Here is the list of my ten favorite wines I tasted in 2016 1)   2010 Binomio Montepulcian d'Abruzzo Riserva  $52 - 93 Points Rich, silky, dark, plum, cherry, smooth tannin with the perfect fruit intensity. Wonderful with my veal chop 2) 2012 Ayoub Pinot Noir Thistle Vineyard $45 - 92 Points Wonderful!! The perfect combination of cherry and earth. Very smooth with an outstanding finish. Wow! 3) 2011 Renieri Brunello di Montalcino $38 - 91 Points Smooth and Lush, blueberry, dark stone fruit, and leather. Wonderful balance. Paired wonderfully with marinara sauce and Italian sausag e. 4)  2012 Ayoub Pinot Noir Memoirs $45 - 91 Points  Fruity but not jammy, smooth, medium body. Cherry with a hint of pepper at the finish. Nice! 5)  2013 Joesph Phelps Pinot Noir Freestone Vineyards $44 - 91 Points  Outstanding wine that starts out a bit muted buy builds to an amazing finish. Red cherry, w...