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Less than $15

Aug. 17, 2018
BARNARD GRIFFIN Sangiovese Columbia Valley Rosé 2017
86 points, $14
Strawberry blossom aromas lead to modest watermelon and spice flavors. Drink now. 14,000 cases made. —Tim Fish

$15 to $30

Aug. 17, 2018
CAN BLAU Montsant 2016
87 points, $17
Mountain herb and dried spice notes frame cherry and red plum flavors in this juicy red. Light tannins and citrusy acidity give way to a vanilla-scented finish. A bit chunky, but lively. Cariñena, Syrah and Garnacha. Drink now through 2022. 6,500 cases made. —Thomas Matthews

More than $30

Aug. 17, 2018
DIERBERG Chardonnay Santa Maria Valley Dierberg Vineyard 2015
89 points, $32
Fleshy apple and Bosc pear flavors show some stony notes, with dried savory herb details on the crisp finish. Drink now through 2021. 2,837 cases made. —Kim Marcus
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