Daily Wine Picks

Picks for Jan. 25, 2013

Less than $15

Jan. 25, 2013 VIÑA CONO SUR Sauvignon Blanc Central Valley 2011 (85 points, $12)

A forward white, offering juicy citrus, crisp green apple and undertones of fine herb. Drink now. 12,000 cases imported. —MaryAnn Worobiec

$15 to $30

Jan. 25, 2013 BOOMTOWN Syrah Washington 2010 (88 points, $15)

Smooth and velvety, with floral, blueberry and spice flavors that linger on the deft finish. Drink now through 2014. 2,130 cases made. —Harvey Steiman

More than $30

Jan. 25, 2013 NEWTON Chardonnay Napa County Unfiltered 2009 (91 points, $60)

A rich, creamy style, with ripe fig, honeysuckle, honeydew melon and apricot flavors. Full-blown and persistent. Drink now through 2017. 10,000 cases made. —James Laube

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