Top 100 Rioja Under $14 plus The Wine Spectator Top 100 Wines 2015 from $14 and up List!  Presale!
The Wine Spectator just published it annual Top 100 Wines in the World list for 2015.  As usual many wines sold out months ago but here is a list of over 18 amazing wines that are available for presale now. Act fast as many of these wines will sell out quickly.  Scroll down to see all the tasting notes and reply to this email to reserve yours now. I will confirm your orders quickly. Give me any alternates in case of out of stocks too! Thank you. Happy shopping! We thank you for your business and look forward to serving you soon. 
 
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Doug
 
 
#4 (Italy) Il Poggione Brunello di Montalcino 2010 (Extremely limited inquire)
Bottle $84.99   10% off mix 6 $76.49   15% off mix 12 $72.24
Wine Spectator 95 Points "Rich, with excellent density, ripe cherry and plum fruit, and a well-integrated structure. Licorice, earth and tobacco notes add depth while this cruises to a long, tobacco- and mineral-tinged finish. Shows balance and grip. Best from 2018 through 2033."
 
#8 (Italy) Masi Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Serègo Alighieri Vaio Armaron 2008 (Extremely limited inquire)
Bottle $84.99   10% off mix 6 $76.49   15% off mix 12 $72.24
Wine Spectator 95 Points "An elegant, impeccably balanced red, layering sculpted tannins with finely knit flavors of plumped black cherry, plum sauce, cured tobacco, dark chocolate and woodsy spice. A rich vein of smoky minerality sings on the lasting finish. Drink now through 2035.-"
 
#6 (Spain) Bodegas Aalto Ribera del Duero 2012
Bodegas Aalto Ribera del Duero 2013 is available
Bottle $49.99   10% off mix 6 $44.99   15% off mix 12 $42.49
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate 93 PointsThe 2013 Aalto is a lighter wine, with less color, more freshness as it should be in a cooler vintage. It has a bright color which also denotes high acidity. The year was not easy and they had to work more on the origin of grapes: it has less from La Horra and more from La Aguilera, a cooler village, both in the province of Burgos, because in La Horra they had more frost problems. It's aged in less than 30% new barrels and the oak feels better integrated, definitively less oaky than other vintages. The nose has a combination of red and black fruit, spicy aromas and a sense of freshness, with even some violets. The palate is medium to full-bodied, with very fine tannins, abundant but well padded by juicy fruit, good acidity and freshness. This is a lot more fluid and balanced, with better-integrated oak than in the past. This is a fresher Aalto that should age nicely in bottle. 175,000 bottles were filled in July 2015 after 18 months in barrel.-
 
 
#15: (Spain) Abadia Retuerta Sardon De Duero 2011
Abadia Retuerta Sardon de Duero 2010 is available
Bottle $29.99   10% off mix 6 $26.99   15% off mix 12 $25.49
Wine Spectator 92 Points "This red shows a smooth texture that masks the firm structure, with well-integrated tannins and bright acidity supporting focused flavors of cherry, berry, mineral and loam. Balanced, graceful and deep. Tempranillo, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Drink now through 2025."
 
#16 - (Portugal) Taylor Fladgate LBV 2009 Porto
Bottle $25.99     10% off mix 6 $23.39     15% off mix 12 $22.09
 Wine Spectator 93 Points" Dense and rich, with amply spiced flavors of ripe dark plum and cherry compote. Mineral notes emerge midpalate, leading to a lush, chocolate-filled finish. A fresh and engaging style. Drink now. 5,600 cases imported."
 
#20 (California) Meiomi Pinot Noir 2013
Meiomi Pinot Noir 2014 is available
Reg. $24.99 Now bottle $19.99 save 25% No Further Discount!
48% Monterey County - 27% Sonoma County - 25% Santa Barbara County
This is for fans of ultraripe Pinot Noir. A rich garnet color, lifted fruit aromas of bright strawberry and jammy fruit, hints of vanilla along with toasty oak notes. Expressive boysenberry, blackberry, dark cherry, juicy strawberry, and toasty mocha flavors lend complexity and depth on the palate. Meiomi Pinot Noir has a consistent profile of supple tannins, silky texture, and balanced acidity that makes it the perfect wine to enjoy with a wide array of food. Drink now to 2018.
 
#21 - (New Zealand) Cloudy Bay Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2014
Bottle $35.99     10% off mix 6 $32.39     15% off mix 12 $30.59
 Wine Spectator 93 Points "Stylish and generous, exhibiting a complex array of flavors, from white grapefruit and lemon curd to candied ginger, lemon verbena, honeysuckle and lime zest. Achieves elegance, power and refreshment in lovely harmony. Drink now."
 
#35(California) Rombauer Carneros Chardonnay 2013
Rombauer Carneros Chardonnay 2014
Bottle $39.99  15% off mix 6 $33.99   20% off mix 12 $31.99
Wilfred Wong 92 Points  "Okay guys and gals, my friends tell always talk about this wine, I won't tell you what they say, but the comments run the gamut. The 2014 Rombauer Chardonnay is the winery's best to date and a really delicious wine. It exhibits ripe fruit, alluring cream and sweet butter, but the wine is so well balanced and dances well on the palate and this has to be a good thing! This is one of the world's top chards! Medium straw, yellow color; alluring ripe core fruit aroma, some dried peach and finely ripe apples, excellent depth and drive; medium bodied, creamy and solid on the palate, firm textures, layered and fine with a slight gentle note; dryish, medium acidity, very good balance; ripe apple, light cream and a slight trace of butter; medium to long finish, smooth aftertaste."  Drink now to 2019.
 
 
#40 (California) Pomelo Sauvignon Blanc California 2014
 Pomelo Sauvignon Blanc California 2013 is available
Bottle $15.99     10% off mix 6 $14.39     15% off mix 12 $13.59
100% Sauvignon Blanc. Fermented in all stainless steel tanks; extremely long and cold ferment allows for the fragrant and big fruit flavors to be appreciated. The crisp acidity is retained and then rounded out and complimented by a broadened mouth and ever-slight sweetness. Graceful, offering fragrant orange blossom, ruby grapefruit and white peach flavors that are fresh and lively, set on a light, lithe body.  Appealing pops of lime zest and passion fruit show on the long finish. Drink now to 2017.
 
#47- (Burgundy) Brocard Saint Claire Chablis 2014
Bottle $24.99   10% off mix 6 $22.49   15% off mix 12 $21.24
 Wine Spectator 91 Points"A textbook flinty aroma gives way to green apple, lemon and mineral flavors in this white, which shows fine depth and richness, offset by vibrant acidity. Excellent length. Drink now through 2020."
 
-#43: (Italy) Collosorbo Brunello di Montalcino 2010
Collosorbo Brunello di Montalcino 2009
Bottle $54.99   10% off mix 6 $49.49   15% off mix 12 $46.74
 Wine Spectator 92 Points "Distinctive balsamic notes give way to floral, berry and herb flavors in this elegant yet intense red. Supple and balanced, featuring ample tannins to develop over the near term. Best from 2016 through 2030. 3,300 cases made."
 
#49 (New Zealand) Felton Road Pinot Noir Central Otago Bannockburn 2013
Bottle $49.99   10% off mix 6 $44.99   15% off mix 12 $42.49
 Wine Spectator 95 Points  "Supple wild berry, cherry and plum flavors are both powerful and delicate, with details of Earl Grey tea, white pepper, anise and crushed rock. Expansive and expressive, the finish sails on and on, with satiny tannins that never get in the way. Drink now through 2030."
 
 
-#56: (Spain) Cune Imperial Rioja Reserva 2010
Cune Imperial Reserva Rioja 2009 is available
 Bottle $44.99   10% off mix 6 $40.49   15% off mix 12 $36.24
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate 90 Points" The 2009 CUNE Reserva is darker than the Crianzas and has a mixture of red and black fruit in the nose, seems more serious and riper, probably the effect of a warmer vintage. The medium-bodied palate has a good balance between fruit and acidity but ends a little dry. This is a very good Reserva. Drink 2014-2018."
 
 # 58 (Spain) Torre de Oña Rioja Finca San Martín Crianza 2012
Bottle $15.99     10% off mix 6 $14.39     15% off mix 12 $13.59
Wine Spectator 91 Points "This red is focused and polished, delivering harmonious flavors of black cherry, olive, smoke and mineral. The tannins are well-integrated, the acidity fresh. A bit reserved, but has depth. Drink now through 2022."
 
#60 (California) Roederer Brut Anderson Valley Estate L'ermitage 2007
Bottle $54.99   10% off mix 6 $49.49   15% off mix 12 $46.74
Wine Spectator 93 Points "Impeccably refined and elegant, with floral aromas of fresh brioche, baked apple and roasted hazelnut. The flavors are layered and well-focused, showing notes of mineral, fresh ginger and subtle raspberry. Drink now through 2017."
 
#69 (Spain) Bodegas Monasterio Ribera del Duero Hacienda Monasterio 2011
Bottle $49.99   10% off mix 6 $44.99   15% off mix 12 $42.49
Wine Spectator 93 Points "This rich red delivers blueberry compote, dark chocolate, licorice and smoke flavors in a firm texture, supported by solid tannins. Ample acidity keeps this fresh through the floral, cola-accented finish. Drink now through 2026. 1,000 cases imported."
 
#91 Schloss Volrads Riesling Spatlese Rheingau 2013
Schloss Volrads Riesling Spatlese Rheingau 2012 is available
Bottle $35.99   10% off mix 6 $32.99   15% off mix 12 $30.59
Wine Spectator 92 Points "A creamy, lively style, with rich and lush flavors of dried ginger, honeysuckle and red peach. The long finish resonates with light sage honey and creamy notes, backed by vibrant acidity. Drink now through 2037. 3,000 cases made."


Presale Terms
*Wines ETA - Orders will be confirmed and then arrivals within a week 
Pricing - quoted per bottle 750ml or 1.5 liter 12/750ml per case 6/1.5 per case Reserve right to correct errors.
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Cheers!
 
Doug, Kim, John & Stan
 
Rio Hill Wine & Beer
1908 Rio Hill Center
Charlottesville VA 22901 
434-295-8466 (VINO) 
 
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