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.

Marvelous California Cabernet Sauvignons up to 97 points stole the show in recent blind tastings. Also featured are compelling Chianti Classicos, racy white Burgundies and seamless Austrian Rieslings. Don't miss the fragrant $24, 92-point California Sauvignon Blanc and 4 classic-rated Hot Wines, including a 96-point late-release Cabernet from a legendary Napa winery.