Wines discussed here may be awarded star ratings to help WineZag’s readers determine their own interest in purchasing a reviewed wine. Readers are encouraged to pay as much attention to the descriptions as the stars. The star rating guide follows:
| * | Wine to avoid at any cost |
| ** | Acceptable and unoffensive wine; average and nothing too special |
| *** | Very good wine that rises above its peer group; offers notable satisfaction |
| **** | Outstanding, special wine providing immense drinking pleasure |
| ***** | Classic wine; top in its class, and worth seeking out at all costs |