Eric Asimov, in The New York Times, finds little-known bargain gems from Italy in the $10 to $20 price range. There are many wine and chocolate pairing recommendations this week, with Dale Robertson in the Houston Chronicle focusing on Cabernet and sweet wines while Frank Sutherland in the Tennessean goes for chocolate and Port. And wine editor Jon Bonne of the San Francisco Chronicle offers up a profile of vintner Eric Laumann and the wines he makes from the Tannat grape. John Gillespi

Baltimore Sun: Wine writer Michael Dresser picks La Linda Torrontes 2008. (Link)

Cleveland Plain Dealer: Staff writer Donald Rosenberg picks Rutherford Hills Napa Valley Rose 2007. (Link)

Washington Times: Wine columnist Paul Lukacs selects Laurent Perrier Cuvee Rose Brut NV. (Link)

Los Angeles Times: Wine writer Irene Virbila picks Roots Viognier 2007. (Link)

South Florida Sun-Sentinel: Wine columnist Bob Hosmon picks J.C. Cellars 'The First Date' 2007. (Link)

New York Times: Wine writer Howard Goldberg's under $20 selection is Crios de Susana Balbo Malbec 2007.(Link)

Denver Post: Wine columnist Tara Q. Thomas recommends Yellow + Blue Cafayate Torrontes 2008. (Link)

Dallas Morning News: Wine columnist Rebecca Murphy picks Panarroz Jumilla 2006. (Link)

New York Times: Wine columnist Eric Asimov on little-known Italian wine bargains. (Link) On another page, the recommended wines are Cantina Terlan Pinot Bianco 2007, Cave du Vin Blanc de Morgex de de La Salle Valle d'Aosta 2007, Cleto Chiarli Lambrusco Enrico Cialdini, Grasparossa di Castelvetro Coffele Soave Classico 2006, Dorigo Ribolla Gialla 2007, G.D. Vajra Moscato d'Asti 2007, La Palazzetta Rosso di Montalcino 2006, Ocone Aglianico del Taburno 2004, Ocone Taburno Falanghina 2007, Oddero Barbera d'Alba 2006, Produttori del Barbaresco Langhe Nebbiolo 2006, Renato Ratti Barbera d'Alba Torriglione 2007, Rio Maggio Telusiano Falerio 2007, Rodano Chianti Classico 2004, Valle dell'Acate Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico 2005, and Vaona Valpolicella Classico 2007. (Link)

Wall Street Journal: Wine columnists Dorothy Gaiter and John Brecher on Sauvignon Blanc wines from New Zealand. Top wine in tasting is Kim Crawfor 2008, while Drylands Estate Wines 2007 is cited for value. (Link)

Business Week: Wine writer Nick Passmore on Pommery Wintertime Champagne. (Link)

Financial Times: Wine columnist Jancis Robinson on an exchange of visits between women winemakers in Napa Valley and Bordeaux. Along the way nice comments for Chateau de Sales in Pomerol, and others. Link)

Newsday: Staff writer Peter Gianotti recommends Champagne for Valentine's Day. The chosen are Moet & Chandon Nectar Imperial NV, Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label NV, Pol Roger Rich NV, Gosset Grande Reserve Brut NV, Ruinart Blanc de Blancs NV, Henriot Brut Millessime 1998, Taittinger Prestige Rose NV, Nicolas Feuillatte Palmes d'Or Brut 1998, and Krug Grand Cuvee Brut NV. Also given a nod is Wolffer Estate Blanc de Blancs 2005. (Link)

Newark Star-Ledger: Wine writer John Foy recommends Taittinger Nocturne NV for Valentine's Day. (Link)

San Francisco Chronicle: The Chronicle tasting panel recommends wines for Valentine's Day. Sparkling rose choices are from Duval-Leroy, Krug, and Mumm Napa. Port wines from Dow's, and Taylor-Fladgate are recommended, as are Pinot Noirs from Dutton-Goldfield, and Morgan. (Link)

San Francisco Chronicle: Wine editor Jon Bonne on Tannat wines, with a focus on winemaker Eric Laumann and his Camiata wines. (Link)

Sacramento Bee: Wine columnist Chris Macias on sweet wines for Valentine's Day. Recommended are Peltier Station USB, Bogle Petite Sirah Port 2006, and Jodar Black Bear Port 2005. (Link)

San Jose Mercury News: Wine columnist Laurie Daniel on heart doctors who started wineries. Profiled are Thomas Fogarty, Jack Messina of Jada Vineyard, and Ehlers Estate. (Link)

San Diego Union Tribune: Wine columnist Robert Whitley on the effects of the recession on restaurants. Also, very high rating and 'best buy' designation for Merry Edwards Sauvignon Blanc 2007. (Link)

Washington Post: Wine columnist Dave McIntyre on Brachetto d'Acqui, with best comments for Banfi Rosa Regale. (Link)

Houston Chronicle: Wine columnist Dale Robertson on pairing wine and chocolate. Nice comments for Banyuls Rimage, Gratien & Meyer Cuvee Cardinal Rouge Saumur, Turnbull Old Bull 2006, and San Stefano Moscato d'Asti. (Link)

Minneapolis Star Tribune: Wine writer Bill Ward on local couples in the wine business. Also, recommendation for Jonesy Non-Vintage Port for Valentine's Day. (Link)

Dallas Morning News: Contributor Tina Danze profiles the Mission San Antonio de Valero winery, with nice comments for the Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 and Sauvignon Blanc 2007. (Link)

Rocky Mountain News: Wine columnist Ben Weinberg on wine and romance. Recommended wines are Zardetto Prosecco Zeta, Bystander Moscato, Chateau d'Acqueria Tavel Rose, Crios de Susana Balbo Rose of Malbec, Paitin Dolcetto d'Alba, Siduri Pinot Noir, and Campbell's Tokay Rutherglen. (Link)

South Florida Sun-Sentinel: Wine writer Bob Hosmon on wines for Valentine's Day. Mentioned are Pommery Pink POP, Georges Duboeuf Saint Amour 2007, and Insoglio del Cinghiale 2006. (Link)

Miami Herald: Wine columnist Fred Tasker on cool climate Pinot Noir. Highest recommendations go to Fess Parker Ashley's Pinot Noir 2006, TAZ Fiddlestix Vineyard Pinot Noir 2006, and Lynmar Estate Quail Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir 2006. (Link)

Nashville Tennessean: Wine columnist Frank Sutherland on pairing chocolate and Port. Top choice to make a match is Broadbent #1 Auction Reserve Port. (Link)

Chicago Tribune: Wine reporter Bill Daley on pairing wine with braised short ribs. (Link) On another page, tasting notes on several, with Trapiche Broquel Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 deemed the best match. (Link)

Seattle Post-Intelligencer: Wine columnist Richard Kinssies on dessert wines for Valentine's Day. Many are recommended including Port from Fonseca, and ice wines from Chateau Ste. Michelle, Inniskillin, Covey Run, King Estate, and Amity Vineyards. (Link)

The Oregonian: Wine columnist Matt Kramer on wines with exceptional character. Cases in point are Louis Jadot Macon Villages Blanc 2007, and Garofoli Farnio Rosso Piceno 2007. (Link)

Vinography: Wine blogger Alder Yarrow on Ladera Vineyards, with praise for the 2005 Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon.(Link)

Dr. Vino: Wine blogger Tyler Colman on upcoming wine events in New York City. (Link)

Veritas in Vino: Wine blogger Alice Feiring on the 'Return to Terroir' tasting in France. (Link)

JancisRobinson.com: Wine blogger Jancis Robinson has nice things to say for Mount Horrocks Semillon 2007. (Link)

The Pour: Wine blogger Eric Asimov on a tasting of wine from the Domaine de la Romanee Conti, with several tasting notes. (Link)