Bold Washington Syrahs and refined Sonoma Pinot Noirs set the course for recent blind tastings. Also featured are distinctive Chardonnays from Burgundy and chiseled Rieslings from Alsace. Don't miss the $22, 92-point California Pinot and 4 classic-rated Hot Wines, including a 50-year-old, 97-point Port.

Vibrant Oregon Chardonnays and rich Russian River Pinot Noirs up to 95 points led the way in recent blind tastings. Also featured are alluring Tuscan reds and suave Northern Rhône Syrahs. Don't miss the $35, 93-point super Tuscan and 4 classic-rated Hot Wines.

Sonoma Coast Pinot Noirs impressed in recent blind tastings, along with super Tuscans from Antinori and Castello dei Rampolla earning scores up to 97 points. Also featured are under-$100 Napa Valley Cabernets and inviting Châteauneuf-du-Papes. Don't miss the $36, 93-point California sparkler and 4 classic-rated Hot Wines.

Expressive Russian River Pinot Noirs led the way in recent blind tastings, with old-school Sangioveses from Vino Nobile di Montepulciano also earning high marks. Brooding California Cabernets and lively Chablis are featured here as well. And don't miss the $34, 95-point Italian red and 4 classic-rated Hot Wines, including two Châteauneuf-du-Papes.

Showy California Cabernet Sauvignons up to 95 points stole the spotlight in recent blind tastings. Also featured are opulent Chardonnays up to 97 points from Burgundy and concentrated Pinot Noirs from California's Santa Lucia Highlands. Don't miss the $29, 92-point Rhône-style blend and 4 classic-rated Hot Wines, including a refined, 95-point Spanish red.