2003 Sadler Wells Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 750ml- $34.99
 Wine Maker Notes: "Our 2003 pinot noir is quite a compelling wine. The aromas, flavors, and textures, as well as mineral characters suggest a pinot noir of Burgundy. We acquire our pinot selection from the Manuel Franco single vineyard we believe has proven to be of grand cru. Holding back our release allows the wine to settle in the cellar maximizing the character and presenting maturity, balance and elegance at once."

1999 -1996 Ravenswood Single Vineyards ( Monte Rosso, Big River, Belloni, Tedeschi) Zinfandel 750ml-$ 34.99 -$39.99
"Deep blackish ruby hue. Full-bodied. Full acidity. Highly extracted. Moderately oaked. Moderately tannic. Minerals, black fruits. Pleasantly aromatic, with a concentrated, angular palate feel that shows great depth. Firmly structured and intense, with a lengthy finish."

2002 Fife Syrah Mendocino Red 750ml-$ 19.99
"Fife Mendocino Syrah is a finely crafted assemblage of fruit from four different vineyard sites, carefully orchestrated picking dates, and a complex aging regime involving some newer oak but also older passive barrels. The flavor is a sumptuous mingling of dark chocolate, spices, and black fruits, laced with an almost primordial sense of rich earthiness. Pair with a wide range of grilled or roasted meats and vegetables. As in the Rhône, game and mushrooms, sausage and olives, rustic braises and casseroles, and other savory foods work exceeding well."

2004 Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir from Kenneth Volk- $23.99
"A clear dark ruby color with a touch of purple reflects in the glass. On the nose, red cherry, raspberry, blueberry, light strawberry and traces of oak. Moving to the palate blackberry and cherry are the main components, with raspberry and oak in the background. This Pinot has good acidity and firm tannins, that together with the pronounced fruit makes for a great balanced wine with very decent complexity and a medium body."

2002 Spinner Red Sonoma and Napa Merlot 750ml  -$10.99
"Dark, almost black core, surrounded by a bright maroon and crimson rim. Warm, rich aromas of black cherries, plum and blackberries with sweet cinnamon, nutmeg, brown sugar and molasses. Good ripe tannins supporting the body, and a lingering hazelnut, baker's chocolate and plum finish."

2001 Azalea Springs, Estate Grown Napa Valley Merlot 750ml-$29.99
"Bigger, bolder and more concentrated than your usual Merlot, this one is magnificent! The nose is perfumed and cherry-like with dried herbs, sweet spice and toasty oak. The fruit flavors are more powerful than one would expect as they wrap the tongue with wild cherry, luscious plum and just a hint of aromatic tarragon. The Azalea Springs is richly structured and well-balanced with welcoming tannins. Fabulously fruity, this Merlot is sure to please both the connoisseur and novice alike!.."

2002 Millaman Estate Curico Valley Merlot 750ml -$7.99
• Deep cherry red color.• Dried fruits, violet flowers and oak notes. Intense and liqueur-like aromas. • Soft and tannic, but also elegant and creamy.

2003 BV Coastal  Private Cellars Merlot 750ml -$8.99
Dark ruby color. Fully ripe plummy aromas with hints of dark chocolate, subtle herbs and black cherry herald similarly intense fruit flavors. Medium-full bodied, with a velvety texture and ripe, lush fruit balanced by subtle acidity and mild tannins. This Coastal Merlot is juicy and deep.

2001 Truchard Napa Valley Zinfandel - $29.99
"An exotic, spicy nose of cranberry, plum, and boysenberry; with hints of cedar and mint. The mouth has intense, jammy flavors of ripe berries,cherry, cassis, and sweet vanilla. Round tannins and bright acidity provide a lengthy finish of black pepper and red fruits."

2003 Chateau Ste. Michelle Chardonnay Columbia Valley - $12.99
By Connoisseurs' Guide
Connoisseurs' Guide to California Wines, Jul 05
Rated: 87
The winery's basic bottling is almost the antithesis of the wine above. This one is wonderfully direct in its slightly candied, red apple smells and its juicy apple, quietly peachy flavors. It is well-balanced and easy to like, and it would make a good partner to lighter fish and simply prepared chicken dishes. GOOD VALUE

2004 Mario Perelli-Minetti 100% Napa Valley Cabernet 750m - $19.99
This wine was created from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon fruit from the hills of Napa Valley, 75% from Pope Valley and 25% from Atlas Peak. Combined together this fruit creates a rich and well-balanced wine with fort nuances of chocolate, dark berries, and spice that coat the tongue from top to bottom. this wine was aged for 26 months in a combination of French and American oak barrels. This is a high powered wine with layers of oak and tannins. "This by far is our best value wine, you can't go wrong with this Cab." --Andrew Perelli-Minetti Gold Medal Winner, San Francsico Chronicle Wine Competition, and Gold medal in North of the Gate Wine Competition. 2650 cases were produced.

2001 Elliot Vineyards, Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 750ml -$31.99
Concentrated aromas of ripe plum, cherry, and blackberry with hints of cedar, cocoa, and vanilla are the opening elements of this Blockbuster Cab. The mouth is layered with jammy flavors of raspberry, black cherry, red currant, and a hint of cracked black pepper. Fine-grained tannins fill the palate and provide a long finish of spice and red fruit. A large dollop of Merlot balances the perfect ripeness of this blackberry-fruited Cabernet. Full-bodied and balanced, this is a wine that can go up against any of those over-priced, trendy Napa Cabs. This wine won a silver, highly recommended at the 2007 World Wine Championships."

2004 Sanford - Santa Barbara County Chardonnay 750ml - $21.99
"Combines ripe, rich fruit with a sleek structure, offering a nice beam of spicy pear, melon and apple skin flavors. Ends on a simpler note. Drink now through 2008. 9,836 cases made.." 

FRANCE - BORDEAUX

2005 Chateau Virecourt Pillebourse Bordeaux Red 750ml - $21.99
 "Pillebourse is the special premium cuvée of Château Virecourt made from selected parcels of the property, using traditional methods of vinification and aging. Beautiful, deep, purple robe. The nose is particularly complex with intense aromas recalling, cedars and grilled toast. On the palate, the wine is flavorful, lively, and beautifully dense without being hard. Nice finish."

2005 Chateau haut -Colombier Premieres Cotes De Blaye Bordeaux Red 750ml - $21.99
"Medium ruby core with a touch of garnet in the rim. Very perfumy with flowers and fresh herbs over darker charcoal and black cherry. Soft and round in the mouth with a nice lingering dark fruit finish."

2004 Chateau Saint -Florin Bordeaux Cabernet -Merlot 750ml - $12.99
"Dark core with a brick red rim. Plum, red cherry and spicy cinnamon aromas. Licorice on the palate surrounded by bold cedar, leading to white truffle and prunes on the finish. Nice tannic grip on the back."

2005 Fleur Haut Gaussens Bordeaux Proprietary Blend 750ml - $19.99
 "Black and ruby core with a lighter rim. Sweet black licorice and black cherry over wet stone aromas. Medium bodied with dark flavors of stewed plums, cassis, dark anise and a hint of game."

2004 Peirano Estate Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 750ml - $12.99
 "This 100% Cabernet Sauvignon come from our 29-year-old vines on the estate. This wine¦s aromas are a compendium of dark fruit v blackberry, black raspberry, black currant v with elements of anise, cedar and root beer. A sip fills the mouth with blackberry pie, black licorice and tea, while maintaining absolute dryness and firm tannins. It is ready to drink now, as well as structured enough to age gracefully for the next 5 to 8 years."

ITALY 

La Loggia Barbera D'Alba DOC from Piedmont -  $13.99
This wine is a perfect accompaniment to red meats, roasts, hearty stews, and mushroom dishes. It has nice aromas of cherry and berries, with flavors of berry, spice and earth on the palate. It has a lively acidity and refined tannins.

Le Grotte Reggiano Lambrusco DOC from Emilia Romagna-  $13.99
This is a very nice sparkling wine that is sweet, but not too sweet. It is bright and fruity, with flavors of tangy plums and grape. Enjoy this wine with fruits, desserts, or even pork and beef. Of course, you can always just pop a bottle open for parties, or to relax.

Taverna Dei Santi Montepulciano DÆAbruzzo DOC from Abruzzo-  $11.99
Montepulciano DÆAbruzzo is one of ItalyÆs well guarded secrets. These wines are known for their amazing aromatics and firm structure, making them great for aging. This wine has a distinct, pungent aroma, and nice flavors of berries, spice, vanilla, and plums.

Villa Carlotti Prosecco from the Veneto-  $13.99
Prosecco is another one of ItalyÆs well-guarded secrets. Sure, you can spend $100 a bottle on champagne, but with $100, you can buy a whole case of Prosecco! This one is light, with nice bubbles, and mellow aromas of almond, pear and yeast. On the palate, it tastes of green apple, asian pear, and spice. Try this wine with salads and seafood.

Casalinga Pinot Grigio IGT from the Veneto-  $7.99
This Pinot Grigio is typical of many from the Veneto. It has nice floral aromas, as well as a subtle honey nuance. On the palate, the wine has a nice texture, complemented with a lively acidity. Try this wine with seafood dishes, as well as pasta with light sauces.

Aquila  Chianti DOCG from Tuscany-  $7.99
This is a traditional Chianti made from the Sangiovese grape. Chianti is absolutely perfect for those meals containing tomatoes. This wine will also work with veal, beef and pork. This wine is a classic Chianti: Medium-bodied, with flavors of prune, cherry, and spice. Medium bodied with a slightly tannic finish.

NEW ZEALAND - MARLBOROUGH

Brancott Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc 750ml - $12.99
 "Bright and zingy, with a pretty apricot note adding interest to the lime and green apple flavors, persisting nicely on the finish. Drink now.

2004 Babich Lone Tree Pinot Noir 750ml 750ml - $18.99
"Fragrant and rich, with flavors of cherry, plum and pepper, this medium-bodied red wine is produced from several clones of Pinot Noir grown in Marlborough. This wine complements a variety of foods including casseroles, pasta and roast duck.

SOUTH AFRICA 

2004 Kumala Merlot 750ml - $8.99
"Enticing aromas of soft plum are lightly accented with dark chocolate. On the palate, this South African wine is rich with blackberry, plum and black currant flavors; tannins are smooth and supple. A great wine for steak, ribs, and aged cheeses."