Loring 2010 Pinot Noir Rosella's

The 2010 Loring Rosella's Vineyard, located in the Santa Lucia Highlands, is stunning, and a must try for California pinot lovers. Dense wild berry, mineral and earthy notes are fresh and vibrant. Spice and anise comes into play on the long, lush finish. $43.99 94 pts. Wine Spectator

Alvaro Palacios 2008 Finca Dofi

"The 2008 Finca Dofi, sourced from a relatively youthful single vineyard, is composed of 60% Garnacha with the balance Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Merlot aged in 100% new French oak. Aromas of sandalwood, Asian spices, incense, and black cherry lead to a forward, sexy offering with plenty of spice and floral notes. This lengthy effort is one of those rarities than can be approached now but will drink well for another 20 years" Robert Parker, Jr. 93 pts. $69.99

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August Briggs 2010 Carneros Chardonnay Leveroni Vineyard

August Briggs may be better known for Pinot Noir and Zinfandel, but, the 2010 Chardonnay is just delightful. While it is not the standard big fat California style chard, it is bright, crisp and clean. The wine has notes of apples, pears, ripe melons and citrus, with a custard richness giving the wine depth. This one will do very well with a wide range of foods. $29.99

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Groom 2010 Bush Block Zinfandel Barossa Valley

OK, so you don't think of Zinfandel when you think about Australian wines, well maybe you should. Darrel Groom brought zin vines back to Australia, after being winemaker for Geyser Peak. This zin is lush and ripe, with raspberry and black cherry notes. Hints of spice and black pepper add depth to this medium bodied wine with soft tannins. Pare this one with pastas, red meats and strong cheeses. $23.99
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Chateau Grand Cassagne 2009 Grenache - Syrah

From the Costeires de Nimes, south of the Rhone Valley, Robert Kacher brings us this wonderful little red, that makes for a great BBQ wine. The intense red and black berry aromas and flavors carry through the wine from start to finish, with notes of spice and toasty oak rounding out the wine. This is a great choice with BBQ, grilled meats and burgers. $10.99

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Joya 2009 Chardonnay Sonoma

James Hall of Patz & Hall fame, brings us this delightful and inexpensive Sonoma Chardonnay. Aromas are of apples, vanilla and citrus. On the palate you get apple, pineapple, vanilla and spice, with citrus coming in on the clean, crisp finish. A surprisingly good bottle of chard for $10.99.
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Laurent Kraft 2010 Vouvray Sec

This is a wonderfully light and fresh springtime white from the Loire Valley. 100% Chenin Blanc made in a dry style. The fruit flavors remind you of white peaches, pears and apples, with some orange blossom in the nose. A solid choice for warm weather sipping, served with salads or before a meal. $15.99

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Neyers 2010 Chardonnay Carneros

Another superb effort from Bruce Neyers, this Chardonnay is rich and creamy. Flavors of apples, pears, pie dough, toasty oak and vanilla. While this is a bit bit bigger and richer than some of the past vintages from Neyers, the finish remains elegant, and the overall balance is beautiful. $27.99 -  93 pts. Wine Spectator

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