Seven outstanding Napa Valley Cabernets and elegant red Burgundies up to 95 points lead the way in recent blind tastings. Also featured here are concentrated California Chardonnays that bring in big scores, including a 92-point, $22 single-vineyard cuvée from Santa Barbara County. And don't miss our 4 Hot Wines—powerful 96-point Brunellos from the 2015 vintage. 

Refined California Pinot Noirs up to 95 points and stunning Brunellos di Montalcino from the 2015 vintage lead this week's blind tastings, along with a spotlight on France's M. Chapoutier, whose Hermitage wines dazzle with scores up to 98 points. Don't miss the outstanding gems from Burgundy for under $100, a 91-point Malbec blend for $20 and 4 Hot Wines, all with classic scores.

Richly detailed California Chardonnays up to 95 points and alluring reds from France's Châteauneuf-du-Pape region lead the charge in this week's blind tastings. Also included are robust reds from Washington, a medley of California selections for $40 and less and a 90-point, $13 Malbec. And don't miss our 4 Hot Wines, all Pinot Noirs from Burgundy.

Outstanding California Cabernets and Zinfandels take the lead in this week's blind tastings. Also here are compelling wines from France's Northern Rhône Valley and alluring Pinot Noirs from Oregon. Don't miss the 4 classic-rated Hot Wines, as well as a svelte 92-point, $30 Zinfandel blend from a benchmark winery.