Every year since 1988, Wine Spectator has compiled a list of the most exciting wines they’ve reviewed over the past 12 months. These 100 wines reflect significant trends, recognize outstanding producers and spotlight successful regions and vintages around the world.Many of the wines on the list are not available for a number of regions: The wine had a limited release or the vintage sold out long ago, or sell out soon after the list is released. We do have some of the wines on the list still available for purchase, and below is a little about 3 of them.
#23: Bodegas Resalte de Pinafiel
Founded by businessman Juan Tapias in 2000, Resalte de Penafiel has quickly earned an outstanding reputation. Located in the heart of Ribiera, the winery sources Tempranillo grapes from 200 acres of vineyards, some owned and others leased. Its unusual to see a seven-year-old Crianza released on the market, but the grapes come from selected parcels and the wine delivers great quality for the price.
#36: Terrabianca Toscana Campaccio
The flagship wine of Roberto Guldener's Terrabianca, Campaccio combines 70% Sangiovese and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon. The Cabernet hails from Terrabianca's never Il Tesoro estate in Maremma, while the Sangiovese comes from the home estate, near Siena. Campaccio is aged 12 months in oak and then another year in bottle before being released.
#43: Gruet Blanc de Noirs Mew Mexico NV
Truth or Consequences, N.M., is an unlikely place to make sparkling wine, but this blanc de noirs proves the Gruet family knew what they were doing when the planted their vineyards 4,300 feet above sea level. Among the highest in the country, they benefit from sunny days and chilly evenings. A blend of 75% Pinot Noir with the rest Chardonnay, the wine is aged a minimum of two years.
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