The unoaked 2010 Merlot sports a pleasing perfume of spice box, cherry blossom, cassis, and black cherry setting the stage for an easy-going, savory, well-balanced wine that will pair nicely with burgers and pizza. Drink it over the next 2-3 years. Importer: Winebow, Inc., New York, NY; www.winebow.com

Basic, with slightly candied cherry fruit and a dash of vanilla. Drink now. 34,500 cases made.??–JM??Region: Chile / Central Valley-Chile / Maipo / Maipo Valley Select to Add

Sweet and herbal smelling, then firm and tight in the mouth, with clampy tannins and generic, dark flavors of black plum and berry. Feels a little reduced and heavy on the finish. ——M.S.(2/1/2012)—— 84