2007 Bodegas Luzon Luzón 91 points

Red Blend, Jumilla, $9



This red blend of Monastrell-Syrah is dynamite for $9 or $19; With a smokey palate of blueberry, black cherry, tobacco and bacon. Big fruit throughout with a nice spicy edge and a beautiful mouth-feel. The finish is long and spicy with herbal undertones, drink now thru 2012.

2006 Poet's Leap Riesling 95 points

Poet’s Leap 2006 Riesling (Columbia Valley); $20.


This Riesling is gorgeous, one of the best I've ever had. I got this beauty as a gift and WOW! With a beautiful palate of pineapple, melon, bosc pear and apricot that's layered perfectly. The light honeyed residual sugar is a perfect balance to keep acids in check. If you can get a case of this...BUY IT! Drink now thru 2014.

2008 Melipal Rosé 88 points

Malbec, Mendoza, $13



Dry, crisp and refreshing with a pure palate of strawberry, raspberry, cherry and pomegranate. With a floral undertone through-out it does not disappoint. The finish is clean and dry with very faint hints of creamy vanilla and citrus, drink now.

2007 Bodegas Caro Amancaya 91 points

Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon, Mendoza, $20


I love a red blend that's big and approachable when you open it; Big dark fruit blasts onto the palate with flavors of black cherry, blackberry, cola and thick vanilla. Style wise, this red blend is superior because it offers both girth and elegance. With a long and balanced finish of earth and dark fruit, drink now thru 2010.

2008 Oops Sauvignon Blanc 90 points

Oops 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley); $12

I would not describe this fabulous Sauv Blanc as an oops; The palate pops with flavors of pink grapefruit, zesty lime, gooseberry and grass. Crisp, clean and perfectly refreshing with bracing acids. This white is consistent and delicious with a clean citrusy finish, drink now thru the end of 2009.

2006 Concha y Toro Marques de Casa Concha 91 points

Merlot, Peumo, $19



Another fine Merlot from Concha y Toro; With a velvety palate of black plum, cassis, black pepper and supple vanilla. With firm, ripe tannins and a lush mouth-feel adds to the allure of this red. The finish is smooth with hints of nutmeg and burnished oak, drink now thru 2012.

2007 Nora Albariño 90 points

Albariño, Rías Baixas, $14



This white is fresh, clean and lively; With a bright palate of granny smith apples, pear, melon and lemon. A refreshing balance of bright acids and a full-body makes this a stand out white. With a full mouth-coating finish of citrus and spring flowers.

2007 Don Miguel Gascon Malbec 88 points

Don Miguel Gascon 2007 Malbec (Mendoza) $10



A beautiful inky purple color and the flavor to match; With a fat palate of blueberry liqueur, blackberry, black plum and fudge. This red is dense, but yet still balanced with tons of flavor. The oak is a hit on a long smooth finish, drink now thru 2012.

2007 Willamette Valley Vineyards Pinot Gris 91 points

Willamette Valley Vineyards 2007 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley); $15



Bold, crisp and racy, another outstanding Pinot Gris; The palate explodes with tangerine, orange rind, pear and spice. With a full-body and racy acids this white maintains expert balance. If you can, buy a case of this white and drink it all year. With a beautiful long finish of honeysuckle and toast, bravo!

2007 Porcupine Ridge Syrah 90 points

Syrah, Western Cape, $13


This Syrah has so much going for it; With a broad, rich palate of blueberry, cherry, red plum and spicy oak. Well structured with ample, restrained tannins. The price makes this a stand-out red and a great value. The finish is long with a lingering undertone of earth and spice, drink now thru 2012.

2005 Schramsberg Blanc de Blancs 92 points

Sparkling Blend, Napa-Mendocino-Sonoma-Marin, $25

Year after year Schramsberg has made consistently great sparkling wine; With a tangy palate of Meyer lemons, white peach, ripe apples and smokey vanilla. Crisp and expertly layered it's perfect alone or with food. This beautiful sparkler finishes off with bright acidity that's long and lively.

2007 Ti Point Sauvignon Blanc 91 points

Kirkland Signature by Ti Point 2007 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough); $13


I think this Sauv Blanc is only available at Costco. Fabulous and refreshingly ripe on a palate of lime, gooseberry, honey and fresh cut grass. Clean and crisp this will please any lover of Sauv Blancs. With a clean finish that's long and refreshing, drink now thru 2009.

2006 Bouvet-Ladubay Saphir Brut Vintage 91 points

Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay, Saumur, $18



Rich, crisp and clean for a fabulous price; With a refined and elegant palate of honeydew, cantaloupe, backed apples and nutmeg. This Champagne has a creamy mouth-feel and balanced acids. The finish is clean with an added layered ripe fruit and baking spices, drink now thru 2014.

NV Graham Beck Bliss Demi Sec 90 points

Champagne Blend, Robertson, $16




This semi-dry sparkler from Graham Beck is a stand out; English honey, pineapple, jasmine and yeast dance on a sweet palate. A perfect sparkler to pair with spicy Asian food. With a finish that's light and refreshing you'll want another glass...Time to toast!

2007 Red Guitar Old Vine Rosé 88 points

Garnacha, Navarra, $10




This rosé has some nice zip and slight sweetness; Fresh strawberry, raspberry, kiwi and other citrus flavors delight the palate. Lively and refreshing mouth-feel with a long finish that's slightly sweet, drink now.