2004 Mosaic Vineyards and Winery, Sonoma County Sauvignon Blanc, California
Region: United States / Sonoma -Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc / White -Price: $11.99
Tasting Notes:
This Sauvignon Blanc represents a straight-forward example of the variety from the Alexander Valley. Vibrant, clean and fresh, this wine offers the unique spice of Sauvignon Blanc. Aromas of citrus and honeydew melon meld with delicate floral notes. Solid citrus flavors echo on the palate with hints of lemon, starfruit, and grapefruit. A subtle mineral quality keeps the finish tight and dry. Mouthwateringly refreshing.
What a steal for a Critic''s Choice! This wine has received an enormous number of accolades:
4 stars, highly recommended, the "Press Democrat"
96 points, Justwinepoints
Best Buy, 2006 World Wine Championships
Very Good, the "Wine Enthusiast"
Silver, Dallas Wine Competition
Silver, 2006 Sonoma County Harvest Fair
Silver, 2006 Dallas Food & Wine Festival
Silver, 2006 San Francisco Chronicle Competition
Bronze, 2006 Orange County Fair  - SON550

2004 Señorio de Garci Grande, Rueda, Spain
Region: Spain / Other -Varietal: Other White Varietals / White -Price: $11.99
Tasting Notes:
This pale yellow wine sparkles clean and brilliant. With delicate citrus lemon nuances alongside touches of herbs and fruit, its mouthfeel is well-structured with long body and a good aftertaste. It exudes a pleasant freshness on the palate, round soft and unctuous. The finish is persistent, soft and elegant. Suitable with fish, rice dishes, vegetables and pasta.
This wine won a bronze medal at the 2007 San Francisco International Wine Competition. SPA087

2005 Mangrove, Merlot, California
Region: United States / California -Varietal: Merlot / Red -Price: $11.99
Tasting Notes:
Gutsy and profound, this is a Merlot that won't let you down. Winemaker Steve Rued works his magic in this masterful blend of 76.25% Merlot (75% from the Round Hill, 1.25% from the Grand Pacific), 12.5% Petite Syrah and 7% Grenache.
The balance of the blend comes from of small amounts of Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Zinfandel for an amazing final product.
In the "Quarterly Review of Wines" 23rd Annual California Best of the Best, this wine was deemed a "must buy".
It was also awarded a bronze at the 2008 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition. CAL874

2005 Paseo Reserve, Cabernet Sauvignon, unfiltered, Maule Valley, Chile
Region: Chile -Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon / Red -Price: $11.99
Tasting Notes:
Shining intensely ruby red in color, this full, concentrated and well-structured Cabernet Sauvignon depicts all that Chilean reds have become known for today. It opens with pungent aromas of ripe berries. Flavors reminiscent of caramel and vanilla with smoky notes then bathe the palate. Pleasantly intense, it offers a long finish.
Although approachable when young, the tannins of this wine soften as they age, developing cedar and cigar box aromas.
This wine won a gold, exceptional, best buy at the 2007 World Wine Championships. Note: This wine is unfiltered to enhance the flavor and character of the wine. CHI110

2005 Porters Valley Vineyards, Old Vine Zinfandel, California
Region: United States / California -Varietal: Zinfandel / Red -Price: $12.99
Tasting Notes:
Porters Valley Vineyards has done it for us again -this time with an outstanding California Zinfandel. At this price level, we’re sure that you’ll appreciate their efforts. This is a very special California Zin brimming with aromas of intense fruit characteristic of grapes grown on old vines. Black cherry and strawberry jam, along with raspberry and the keynote Zinfandel tones of black pepper and spice follow in the mouth. These flavors glide along on a perfectly balanced palate to a long finish -rich and velvety smooth.
2007 World WIne Championships silver, highly recommended, best buy.  CAL880

2005 Steeple Street, Chardonnay, California
Region: California -Varietal: Chardonnay / White -Price: $11.99
Tasting Notes:
The soft, juicy aromas of the blend suggest pear, peach and sweet citrus, with notes of guava and mango.
There is also a gentle overlay of creamy oak, principally suggesting vanilla and a bit of toffee. On the palate the wine is lush and approachable, with juicy pear and apple fruit, and a bit of lime zest in the finish.
This wine won a silver, highly recommended at the 2006 World Wine Championships and a bronze at the 2007 San Francsico Chronicle Wine Competition. CAL853