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Read the February 6 edition of Wine Spectator Insider (PDF)

Favorite names in Napa Cabernets and blends shine here, with outstanding examples from Inglenook, Cakebread, Moone-Tsai and Neyers. A few hot labels in Paso Robles, like Brian Benson and Booker, chime in as well. Plus, a fine selection of German Rieslings, nine at $30 or less. Read more » (PDF)

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» January 30, 2013 (PDF)
Here's another great Insider for value seekers, with 15 bottles at 90-plus points for $40 or less, most of them New World Cabernets and Syrahs. Among the blue chips, it's all about red Burgundy, up to 95 points, from the storied grands crus of the Gevrey-Chambertin area.

» January 23, 2013 (PDF)
Diverse reds and whites, from Nebbiolo to Chardonnay, provide quality and value in this week's Insider, up to 96 points. Bold Barolos lead the way, but there are charming whites from northeast Italy and a Spain set with the latest Vega Sicilia Unico. Plus, 15 bottles at $40 or less.

» January 16, 2013 (PDF)
Much-esteemed red styles from the Old World and New World compete for top honors in this week's Insider, with scores up to 97 points. Elegant grand cru Burgundy Pinots, bold Barossa Shirazes, fresh Italian reds and expressive Cabernets all show their stuff here.

» January 9, 2013 (PDF)
Some of the most respected labels in California and Italy, including Sine Qua Non, Saxum, Gaja and Schramsberg, light up this week's Insider, which showcases regions from Napa to Paso Robles to Barbaresco. Syrah, Cabernet, Pinot, Nebbiolo and more are in fine form here.

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