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Wine Auction Guidelines Registration and Check Out: 1. At registration, you will be asked to pre-swipe your credit card. (All major credit cards are accepted). Your credit card will be charged only if you pre-ordered wine and/or make purchases the night of the event. Your credit card will be charged the week after the event and an acknowledgement will be mailed to you. 2. Item Pick-Up: All merchandise purchased at the auction should be picked up from the auction tables prior to leaving the event. No receipt is necessary to take your items, provided you have pre-swiped your credit card at registration. If you have not pre-swiped your credit card, you will need to stop by check out to arrange for payment before taking your items. Boxes for each item will be marked and stored under the auction tables. How the Wine Auction Works: 1. Opening bid and minimum raise increments shown on the bid sheets must be adhered to. 2. Bidder must write his or her name, bid number and bid amount on the first available line on the bid sheet. 3. ―Drink it Tonight‖ wines are featured on stage near the ―Drink it Tonight‖ Bar; however, any wine item at the auction is available for ―Drink it Tonight‖. 4. Purchasing ―Drink It Tonight‖ wines is as easy as 1-2-3: 1. Pre-swipe your credit card at registration. 2. Select your wine and complete the ―Drink It Tonight‖ section on top of Bid Sheet. (Note: “Drink It Tonight” wines are purchased at 150% of value) 3. Bring your wine to the ―Drink It Tonight‖ Bar, along with the top copy of the bid sheet, and ask your bartender to open and pour (and he will store and/or chill). 5. For wines not purchased for ―Drink it Tonight‖, the highest bidder at the time the Auction Tables close will win the item. 6. If the highest bidder number is illegible, the item will be awarded to the next highest bidder. 7. Your bid number, bid amount and signature on a bid sheet constitute a legal contract to buy the item.

ALL Auction Tables Close at 9:30 p.m. General: 1. All items purchased must be claimed, paid for in full and removed by the close of the Auction. 2. All sales are final. Items cannot be exchanged or returned. 3. Values of items are the donors’ estimates and are not warranted by the Sacred Heart Schools Auction Committee for tax purposes or general use. 4. Neither the Auction Committee nor Sacred Heart Schools can guarantee any of the purchases you make at the Auction.

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Wine Pre-Ordering Guidelines

We will be acceptiong pre-orders for “Drink It Tonight” wine for L’Esprit du Vin on Wednesday, November 17th from 9am to 9pm only!

1. Review the Wine Auction Catalog and choose your preferred wine for ―Drink it Tonight‖ from a wide variety of bottles! All bottles/lots are available to purchase as ―Drink it Tonight‖. 2. An email with a link to the pre-order team will be sent to you at 9 am on Wednesday, November 17. Click on the link to pre-order Between 9 am and 9 pm on Wednesday, November 17 th . a. Include the lot name and number, and a contact phone number in case we need to reach you! b. Bring your credit card to L’Esprit du Vin, all purchases will be charged at that time. (Note: “Drink it Tonight” wines are purchased at 150% of value) 3. Receive a confirmation email – this means that your order is complete and your wine will be waiting for you (labeled with your name) and ready to drink at the ―Drink it Tonight‖ bar! If you pre-ordered white wine or champagne, your bottle will be chilled. 4. Pre-orders are taken on a first come, first served basis…you will be notified if your selection is sold out! ALL SALES ARE FINAL!

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A Special Thanks L’Esprit du Vin 2010 would not have been possible without the in-kind donations, guidance and support of the following establishments:

With 25 superstores throughout Chicagoland, this delightfully no-frills warehouse space offers an enormous selection of wine, beer, and spirits at competitive, and often discounted, prices. Binny’s online ordering with local pickup of fine wine, spirits, beer and beverages, cigars, and gourmet gifts. A special thank you to Bob Presley and the Lincoln Park store for providing glasses, ice and bins for tonight;s event – as well as a 10% discount for all SHS shoppers.

Que Syrah is Lakeview’s boutique fine wine shop with knowledgeable staff on hand to assist clients in selecting the perfect wine for any occasion. Its staff has personally tasted every wine and provides complimentary food and wine pairing advice. Que Syrah offers table wines, unique releases, uncommon collectibles, gifts, accessories and hand-crafted beer. A special thank you to Bill and Rita Platt, owners and SHS family for providing a 10% discount for all SHS shoppers.

Hart Davis Hart Wine Co. is both a retailer and an internationally prominent wine auction house, We offer collectors and restaurateurs a broad range of options for buying and selling wines, providing unrivalled expertise and personalized service. Founded in October 2004, Hart Davis Hart represents the alliance of three highly-respected industry leaders: John Hart, Michael Davis, and Paul Hart. A special thank you to Paul and Stephanie Hart, a SHS family, for providing the Wine Expert for our Collectibles table as well as their generous donation of fine wines.

This casual, friendly Division Street bar specializes in all-American comfort food—big-portioned dishes such as pot roast with gravy, half-pound blue cheese-stuffed burgers, and a beef tenderloin sandwich. The restaurant's quaint decor features a mahogany bar and lots of giant windows facing the street. A special thank you to Judy and Tom Magee for providing beer for our event.

We would also like to thank Mike and Colleen Kirchberg for their support in securing the linens for all of our tables and The Hosbein family for providing bottled water.

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L’Esprit du Vin 2010 Committee This community event was made possible by a multitude of families who joined our committee. Many thanks to the following families: Aigotti Ahearne Bayston Beier Bellaman Belnap Bistry Boland Chambliss Cieciura Clark Cole Collins Curtis Dingens Donoghue Edwards Eggers Engel

Ehrlich Farrell Ferraro Fleming Gamsjaeger Garber Gillow Gonzalo Goodrich Gueno Hamacher Hampton Hansen Herman Hosbein Jozwiak Karlos Kiergan Kyhl

Lamble Larson Larson Lawrence Lee Lecoque Lettiere Litwin Magee Martinson Massengill Meyers Murphy O'Donnell O'Grady Olson Patti Quinn Ranalli

Rhodes Riddell Rodriguez Rodriguez Rugai Ryan Satalic Schertler Shagory Solberg Starshak Steigleder Tanis Taylor Topping Veenstra Walker Waller Wissink

Joan Ferarro, who has led a group of SHS kitchen loving parents in preparing savory bites to accompany our many bottles of wine, has been fabulous. Thank you Joan. Champagne, as a new focal point, was added this year after Angie Ranalli, Diane Aigotti Satalic and Sally Veenstra proposed the idea – thank you for your creativity and energy. Last but not least, the powerhouse team of Wine Inputters, led by Nancy Stratton Taylor and Wine Drive Collection, led by Colleen Farrell. You ladies rock! Thank you to our wonderful Sacred Heart Community -- all parents, faculty and staff -for your support in making L’Esprit du Vin 2010 possible. We hope you enjoy your evening! Cheers, Jacquie Amacher, Mary Ann Clement and Kelly Dettmann L’Esprit du Vin 2010 Co-Chairs

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Chardonnay 1.

A Bouquet of Flowers This Sonoma Coast Chardonnay has incredible depth and complexity; aromas unfold with layers of green apple, melon, and citrus influences: orange blossom and lemon. Floral, vanilla, and mineral notes are evident amid spreading flavors of white peach and apricot. This is a chardonnay of distinctive balance with a crisp acidity and medium body. Drinking well now and will continue to gain complexity for 1 - 2 years. Sonoma Coast, CA Two Bottles Flowers Sonoma Coast Chardonnay 2008 One Bottle Flowers Sonoma Coast Chardonnay 2008 One Bottle Flowers Sonoma Coast Chardonnay 2008 Value $160.00 Mr. & Mrs. Steven E. & Julie O. Ehrlich Mr. & Mrs. Gregory D. & Mary B. Hopp Mr. John W. Lawrence Jr. & Mrs. Kelly Lawrence

One Bottle Rochioli Russian River Valley Chardonnay 2007 A blend from two different vineyard sites; 24% River Block Vineyard and 76% Mid 40 Vineyard. Straw yellow in color with aromas of ripe apple, floral and a touch of spice. It has rich apple flavors with a bit of vanilla and crisp acidity. Its finish is long, rich and balanced with a pleasant acidity. Napa Valley, CA. One Bottle Rochioli Russian River Valley Chardonnay 2007 Value $40.00 Mr. George R. & Stuart Mesires

One Bottle Ferrari Carano 2008 Chardonnay This meticulously handcrafted wine has lush, tropical aromas of pineapple and mango with subtle hints of apple, pear and fig, perfectly balanced with soft toasty oak. A versatile, full-bodied wine. Sonoma County, CA. One Bottle Ferrari Carano Chardonnay 2008 Value $25.00 Mr. & Mrs. Brian J. & Kelly A. Dettmann

One Bottle Ferrrari Carano Chardonnay 2008 This meticulously handcrafted wine has lush, tropical aromas of pineapple and mango with subtle hints of apple, pear and fig, perfectly balanced with soft toasty oak. A versatile, full-bodied wine. Sonoma County, CA One Bottle Ferrrari Carano Chardonnay 2008 Value $25.00 Mr. James E. Kolovos & Ms. Anne E. Miller

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One Bottle Field Recordings Chardonnay 2008 From vineyards in the Central Coast, Field Recordings has developed small quantities of soulful wine from some of the best producing lots. This Chardonnay has effusive citrus and pineapple aromas and subtle hints of ripe Chablis. Enjoy now and through 2013. The Field Recording label art is taken from photographs of starlings in flight. Central Coast, CA. One Bottle Field Recordings Chardonnay 2008 Value $27.00 Mr. & Mrs. Mark E. & Maria E. Cieciura

One Bottle Clos Du Bois Chardonnay 2008 Brilliant straw in color, this Chardonnay is full-bodied and offers up layered aromas of red and green apple, pear, vanilla bean, blossoms and lemon meringue. The palate delivers balanced structure and palate-cleansing acidity alongside bright fruit flavors backed by intense notes of caramel, toffee, spice and toasty oak. The smooth, rich finish is lingering and wraps up with hints of butter and toast. Sonoma County, CA One Bottle Clos Du Bois Chardonnay 2008 Value $20.00 Mr. and Mrs. Daniel D. Bayston

One Bottle Terlato Family Vineyards Chardonnay 2007 This Chardonnay boasts an aroma of Dutch apple pie, spice and nutmeg and a creamy texture. You'll find the acidity weighty but balanced. Russian River Valley, CA One Bottle Terlato Family Vineyards Chardonnay 2007 Value $30.00 Mr. & Mrs. Gabriel M. & Beth C. Rodriguez

One Bottle Mer Soleil Chardonnay 2008 Mer Soleil Chardonnay is made in a complex barrel-fermented style reminiscent of the white wines of Burgundy but with the generous, sun-ripened flavors of California. The wine beautifully integrates aromas of tropical fruit and fresh pear with bright citrus, slight butterscotch and toasted spice flavors. This rich and powerful style has a wide-ranging array of subtleties: minerality and earth, with a fine measure of the Santa Lucia Highlands tropical and citrus fruit character. With a crisp acidity enveloped in a creamy, mouth-filling texture, the rich fruit impression lingers through a long, lush finish. Central Coast, California. One Bottle Mer Soleil Chardonnay 2008 Value $40.00 Mr. & Mrs. Jon M. & Peyton E. Callahan

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Two Bottles Rombauer Vineyards Chardonnay 2009 This California Chardonnay, sourced from the Carneros region, is rich, creamy and full-bodied, with just a touch of sweetness. Vibrant tropical fruit flavors, pear, peach blend with toasty oak notes and refined acidity. The finish is a creamy vanilla with a velvety, lingering mouth feel. Carmeros, CA Two Bottles Rombauer Vineyards Chardonnay 2009 Value $56.00 Mr. & Mrs. John R. & Andrea L. Garber

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One Bottle Bindi Quartz Chardonnay 2008 Fresh nose with mineral, citrus and toast notes. The palate is intense, fresh, taut and mineral with appealing citrus fruit. Bold, mineral and fresh. Victoria, Australia One Bottle Bindi Quartz Chardonnay 2008 Value $47.00 Mr. & Mrs. Richard P. & Jane E. Scully

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One Bottle Sterling Vineyards Chardonnay 2007 Aromas and flavors of fresh pear and ripe apple mingle with vanilla and oak spice from barrel fermentation and aging. Napa Valley, CA One Bottle Sterling Vineyards Chardonnay 2007 Value $20.00 Mr. & Mrs. Bruce A. & Colleen R. Mygatt

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One Bottle Markham Vineyards Estate Grown Chardonnay 2006 Delicious balance of vanilla and baked apples. Juicy tropical fruit and bright lemon offset the rich, butter pecan and nutmeg finish. Napa Valley, CA One Bottle Markham Vineyards Estate Grown Chardonnay 2006 Value $20.00 Mr. & Mrs. Bruce A. & Colleen R. Mygatt

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Big 'N Buttery Presents distinct aromas of ginger and lemon zest joined by toasty coconut, melon and caramel alongside a mineral, flinty cedar chest oakiness overlaid by notes of honeysuckle. Well-balanced with a solid acid backbone, the wine is rich and medium-heavy with a broad, yet firm, mid-palate. The long, lingering finish displays a touch of spice and lively acidity. Flavors of lemon, apple, pear, pineapple and cantaloupe. A full cornucopia of fruit that joins a nutty, spicy, lightly oaky profile. Sonoma Coast, CA One Bottle Sonoma-Cutrer Chardonnay Estate Bottled 2006 One Bottle Sonoma-Cutrer Chardonnay Sonoma Coast 2006 Value $75.00 Mr. & Mrs. Michael G. & Claire O'Grady Mr. and Mrs. John J. Ahearne Second Grade Cocktail Party

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One Bottle Mer Soleil Chardonnay 2008 Santa Lucia Highlands One Bottle Mer Soleil Chardonnay 2008 Santa Lucia Highlands Value $35.00 Mr. Patrick M. Collins & Dr. Helena Gabriel

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One Bottle Sterling Chardonnay Vintner's Collection Central Coast 2008 The appealing pale straw color, concentrated aromas of floral fruit, honeysuckle, pineapple, green apple, soft oak, vanilla and toast followed by flavors of green apple, tropical melon, touches of mineral, baked apple and spice, caramel and French vanilla make this a highly drinkable wine. Central Coast, CA One Bottle Sterling Chardonnay Vintner's Collection Central Coast 2008 Value $9.00 Mr. Frank D. Muscarello Sr. & Mrs. Stacy L. Muscarello

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Is Your House French? This wine from the south of France is rated a Best Buy by Wine Enthusiast Magazine (6/2010). It's expressive with a citric character and hints of pineapple and pear. This Chardonnay has long finish and good balance of acidity with a rich quality. France Twelve Bottles Vin De Pays d'Oc "The Frenchhouse" Chardonnay 2008 Value $120.00 Mr. & Mrs. Henry P. & Tracy S. Rhodes

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Jumpin' Jax An outstanding value, this wine offers copious tropical fruit, orange blossom, and nectarine scents and flavors along with fresh acids and an endearing purity as well as texture. This Chardonnay is fresh and floral with a light creamy accent. A melange of delicate pear, golden apple, and peaches with brown sugar are underlined by a light vanilla oak. Complex and balanced with light malolactic fermentation. Napa Valley. CA Two Bottles Jax Y3 Chardonnay Napa Valley 2009 One Bottle Jax Y3 Chardonnay Napa Valley 2009 Value $60.00 Mr. & Mrs. Carson P. & Christine A. Kyhl Mr. Daniel P. Malven & Ms. Audre J. Melsbakas

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Kistler and Tell Reveals extremely uplifted aromatics displaying hints of wet stones, white currants, flowers, peaches, and subtle tropical fruits. Full-bodied, intense. Sonoma Coast, CA Three Bottles Kistler Durell Vineyard Chardonnay 2005 Value $300.00 Mr. & Mrs. James L. & Erica L. Sandner

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Takes the Cake Two Bottles Cakebread Cellars Napa Valley Chardonnay 2009 This Chardonnay boasts lovely, perfumed aromas of fresh melon, yellow apple, lime and white peach, with complementary mineral and toasty-spicy oak scents. On the full-bodied, yet sleek palate, the wine offers concentrated, beautifully focused, peach, apple and citrus zest flavors, with mineral and spice tones enlivening the long, refreshing finish. Delightful now, this purely delicious Napa Valley Chardonnay with blossom further with another six months and will drink beautifully for another 3 to 5 years. Napa Valley, CA One Bottle Cakebread Cellars Napa Valley Chardonnay 2008 This 2008 Napa Valley Chardonnay is fresh and complex with aromas of lemon-lime, scented pear, ripe yellow apple, honeydew melon and mineral. On the palate, a rich, concentrated, ripe apple and pear flavors dominate, with refreshing citrus and mineral tones emerging in the wine's wonderfully long, crisp, finish. Enjoy now and to 2013. Napa Valley, CA One Bottle Cakebread Cellars Napa Valley Chardonnay 2008 One Bottle Cakebread Cellars Napa Valley Chardonnay 2009 One Bottle Cakebread Cellars Napa Valley Chardonnay 2009 Value $127.00 Mr. and Mrs. Patrick T. Chambliss Mr. & Mrs. Tyler E. & Victoria K. Ginn Mr. & Mrs. Charles K. & Caroline T. Huebner

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One Bottle Brewer-Clifton Gnesa Chardonnay 2008 94 points Robert Parker: The Santa Rita Hills 2008 Chardonnay Gnesa, a new offering from Brewer-Clifton, is an elegant, tightly coiled wine with full flavor and plenty of upside. The wine is light medium gold with notes of citrus, honey, white flowers, brioche, and tropical fruit blossoms, a zesty acidity, a full-bodied mouthful, and lots of fresh lime blossom and lemon custard notes. Drink it over the next 7-8 years. California. One Bottle Brewer-Clifton Gnesa Chardonnay 2008 Value $68.00 Mr. & Mrs. Roger E. & Susan R. Bottum

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One Bottle Los Alisos Winery Chardonnay 2008 Hailing from the Los Alisos Valley, a California AVA just south of the Santa Maria Valley in Santa Barbara, this medium-bodied white wine is not the overblown oak you usually get in Cali Chard. Shows off nectarine, pineapple and pear notes with a creamy edge and well-integrated acidity for a wine of balance and harmony. Santa Barbara County, California One Bottle Los Alisos Winery Chardonnay 2008 Value $16.00 Kindergarten Cocktail Party

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One Bottle Talley Vineyards Estate Bottled Chardonnay 2008 Aromas of citrus and grilled nuts. Flavors feature layers of lemon, wet stone and spicy green apple with a complex and elegant finish. This well balanced chardonnay pairs nicely with meaty seafood like white sea bass or black cod as well as grilled chicken. According to Wine Spectator: "Crisp and flinty, with green apple, lime and floral scents that are full-bodied, fresh and vibrant. Drink now through 2016." (11/10) Arroyo Grande, CA One Bottle Talley Vineyards Estate Bottled Chardonnay 2008 Value $23.00 Mr. Francis J. Oelerich III & Mrs. Mary S. Oelerich

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One Bottle Cambria Katherine's Vineyard Chardonnay 2006 "Attractive bronze hue. Pretty scents of toasted bread and grain with a whiff of wet stone. Well-balanced entry of sweet/sour citrus with flint undertones. Crisp close with light oak and mineral nuances. " California One Bottle Cambria Katherine's Vineyard Chardonnay 2006 Value $15.00 Mr. & Mrs. Brian J. & Kelly A. Dettmann

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One Bottle Cambria Katherine's Vineyard Chardonnay 2007 "Attractive bronze hue. Pretty scents of toasted bread and grain with a whiff of wet stone. Well-balanced entry of sweet/sour citrus with flint undertones. Crisp close with light oak and mineral nuances. " California One Bottle Cambria Katherine's Vineyard Chardonnay 2007 Value $15.00 Mr. & Mrs. Brian J. & Kelly A. Dettmann

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One Bottle The Crossings Sauvignon Blanc 2009 Vibrant with a crisp and subtle green hue. The bouquet is of dried herb and gunflint compliment gooseberry, passion fruit and pungent grassy aromas. On the palate there is flavor of lime zest and white floral notes are framed by a structured yet supple mid palate. Mouth-watering acidity with the Awatere's signature mineral background complete the persistent finish. New Zealand One Bottle The Crossings Sauvignon Blanc 2009 Value $13.00

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One Bottle Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc New Zealand 2009 This Sauvignon Blanc has scents of soft citrus fruits, and lemon oil, accented by peppery herbs. It's dense, sweet and supple, with lovely lift and spicy high notes. Wine Spectator: 91 points. New Zealand. One Bottle Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough New Zealand 2009 Value $27.00 Mr. & Mrs. John W. & Laura Patterson

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One Bottle Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc 2009 Elegant and vibrant, this mouthwatering wine offers lime and tequila flavors that are reminiscent of a margarita, but remains light, refined, and distinctive. Pale yellow. Lemon and peppery herbs on the nose; slightly raw in a classic sauvignon way. Then juicy and tactile, with lightly herbaceous pepper and spice flavors but a rather round, even creamy, texture. New Zealand. One Bottle Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc 2009 Value $19.00 Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey J. & Lisa Wissink

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One Bottle Veramonte Sauvignon Blanc Reserva 2009 This wine is pale yellow in color. It has high-pitched, spicy aromas of lime zest, grapefruit and talc, with a suave floral overtone. Its juicy, sharply focused citrus and mineral flavors expand and gain depth in the middle palate, picking up a juicy pear quality. The talc note returns on the finish, which is refreshingly nervy and dry. Casablanca Valley, Chile One Bottle Veramonte Sauvignon Blanc Reserva 2009 Value $12.00 Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey J. & Lisa Wissink

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One Bottle Mason Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley 2008 This wine has an elegant, floral, fruity nose, with flavors of grapefruit, fig and peaches. It is very clean in the mouth and finishes smooth. A wonderful wine for food pairing as it will compliment many different flavors. Napa Valley, CA One Bottle Mason Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley 2008 Value $14.00 Mr. & Mrs. Robert R. & Jane T. Bistry

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One Bottle Graham Beck Sauvignon Blanc 2008 The grapes for this wine are from seven different vineyards in the Coastal region of South Africa. This wine is an expression of tropical fruit on the nose-litchis and passion fruit, with notes of ripe figs and capsicum. It has a great concentration of tropical fruit and grassiness and peppers on the palate. There is a crisp, lively acidity and persistent but elegant finish. South Africa One Bottle Graham Beck Sauvignon Blanc 2008 Value $13.00 Mr. & Mrs. Robert R. & Jane T. Bistry

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One Bottle Isabel Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2009 This wine is a quintessential Marlborough Sauvignon; the nose exhibits intensity of herbal and exotic hints of guava and elder flower. Balanced by the floral notes of geranium, gooseberry and figs, as well as tropical fruits-passion fruit and honeydew melon in particular. The first sip is like one of those exotic tropical fruit cocktails, "holiday flavours". The weighty palate and exquisitely soft texture is rounded out with layers of fresh acidity. The wine possesses a delicious medley of tangy citrus and minerality. Marlborough, New Zealand. One Bottle Isabel Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2009 Value $14.00 Mr. & Mrs. Robert R. & Jane T. Bistry

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One Bottle Veramonte Reserva Sauvignon Blanc 2009 Pale yellow. High-pitched, spicy aromas of lime zest, grapefruit and talc, with a suave floral overtone. Juicy, sharply focused citrus and mineral flavors expand and gain depth in the middle palate, picking up a juicy pear quality. The talc note returns on the finish, which is refreshingly nervy and dry. Chile One Bottle Veramonte Reserva Sauvignon Blanc 2009 Value $10.00 Mr. & Mrs. Brian J. & Kory J. Kozlowski

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One Bottle Calistoga Cellars Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2008 This Sauvignon Blanc is a perfect food pairing wine and fermented in stainless steel tanks to retain this varietal's inherent vibrancy. This wine has citrus and tropical fruit flavors that include notes of grapefruit and pears. The finish is long, crisp, clean and lively. Napa Valley, CA One Bottle Calistoga Cellars Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2008 Value $14.00 Mr. & Mrs. Scott A. & Stacey B. Kaniewski

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One Bottle Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough New Zealand 2009 The 2009 Sauvignon Blanc displays fragrant citrus and floral aromas with some white peach, Golden Delicious apple and the faintest whiff of herbs. Crisp, clean, with good concentration of mineral/zesty flavors, it gives a long finish. Drink it now to 2014. New Zealand One Bottle Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough New Zealand 2009 Value $27.00 Mr. & Mrs. John F. & Ellen E. Engel

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One Bottle Matanzas Creek Winery Sonoma County Sauvignon Blanc 2008 Clear to platinum in color, this wine has an intensely perfumed fresh bouquet of pink grapefruit and lemon cream that combines with energetic spice notes, underlined by invigorating minerality. Emulating the nose, the palate of crisp citrus and melon flavor carries a hint of dry white herb accompanied by a soft, round mouthful resulting in a medium bodied, fresh, food-friendly wine. Sonoma County, CA One Bottle Matanzas Creek Winery Sauvignon Blanc 2008 Sonoma County Value $17.00

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One Bottle Frog's Leap Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2009 Crisp, bright, refreshing: three words that capture the essence of the 2009 Frog's Leap Sauvignon Blanc. Classic aromas of lemongrass, white flowers and subtle mineral notes are your introduction, followed by flavors of grapefruit, lemon zest, and delicate white peaches. Lean and lively, the wine's low alcohol and balanced acid make for a totally engaging and pleasurable experience. Napa Valley, CA One Bottle Frog's Leap Sauvignon Blanc 2009 Rutherford Napa Valley Value $20.00 Mr. and Mrs. Stephen R. Rigsbee

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One Bottle Hall Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley 2009 This Sauvignon Blanc imparts lush tropical aromatics, a lovely balance of its expressively ripe vibrant citrus flavors with bright, buoyant acidity and an opulent texture. Fermented mostly in stainless steel tanks and refrained from malolactic fermentation results in a rich wine with layered texture and crisp ringing finish. Rating: 91 pts, W&S. Napa Valley, CA One Bottle Hall Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley 2009 Value $22.00 Mr. & Mrs. Charles K. & Caroline T. Huebner

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One Bottle Isabel Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2009 This is the same vineyard which used to supply Cloudy Bay but has since reduced the quantity of grapes they sell to others and now Isabel Vineyards keep most of their grapes to produce their own wines which are all estate bottled. The Sauvignon Blanc has citrus, pineapple and kiwi fruit tones and are paired with intensely green aromatics like gooseberries, freshly cut grass, and jalapenos. The wine offers a compelling blend of savory and sweet - the added richness, complexity and finesse for which Isabel is well known and loved. Enjoy with seafood or spicy Asian dishes. New Zealand One Bottle Isabel Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2009 Value $14.00 Mr.& Mrs. Aaron A. & Maureen C. Mobarak

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One Bottle Oyster Bay Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2009 Oyster Bay Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc is zesty and aromatic with lots of lively fruit characters. A concentration of assertive passion fruit and tropical fruit flavours with an abundant bouquet, it is a wine that is always crisp, elegant and refreshing. New Zealand One Bottle Oyster Bay Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2009 Value $14.00 Mr.& Mrs. Aaron A. & Maureen C. Mobarak

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One Bottle Mahi Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc New Zealand 2008 The 2008 sports a crisp, zesty nose with gooseberry and cut grass and in the background, a hint of orange blossom and passion fruit. The palate is mediumbodied, quite aromatic for a Sauvignon Blanc with kiwi fruit, Granny Smith and a chalky finish. New Zealand One Bottle Mahi Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc New Zealand 2008 Value $14.00 Mr. John Satalic & Ms. Diane Aigotti

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One Bottle Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough New Zealand 2009 The 2009 displays fragrant citrus and floral aromas with some white peach, Golden Delicious apple and the faintest whiff of herbs. Crisp, clean, with good concentration of mineral/zesty flavors, it gives a long finish. Drink it now to 2014. New Zealand One Bottle Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough New Zealand 2009 Value $27.00 Mr. & Mrs. Craig A. & Amy S. Korte

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Party With Kim Elegant and vibrant. A mouthwatering wine that offers lime and tequila flavors reminiscent of a margarita, but remains light, refined and distinctive with flavors of pineapple and stone fruit. Marlborough, New Zealand Eight Bottles Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc 2009 Value $152.00 Mrs. Anna Atkinson

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One Bottle Peter Michael L'Apres-midi Sauvignon Blanc Sonoma County 2008 Green-tinged yellow. Cool aromas of quince, pink grapefruit, melon and mint. Dense, chewy and mineral-driven, with round but dry flavors of lime, honeydew and fresh herbs. Pure and intense wine with an intriguing minerality that adds definition and bites. Finishes chewy and spicy with admirable clarity and lingering sweetness. Sonoma County, California. One Bottle Peter Michael L'Apres-midi Sauvignon Blanc Sonoma County 2008 Value $50.00 Mr. & Mrs. Enrico A. & Karen A. Manzari

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One Bottle St. Supery Estate Bottled Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley 2006 This wine is bright, with intense aromas of lime juice, ruby grapefruit, guava and a hint of clover. It is truly a show-stopper. Exquisite flavors of focused lemon, lime and grapefruit invite you back for more. You will not be able to put this wine down. Napa Valley, California One Bottle St. Supery Estate Bottled Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley 2006 Value $19.00 Kindergarten Cocktail Party

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Sincerely Sancerre Mineral, fresh grass and loads of lemon on the nose. You get more of the same on the palate where you find mild white pepper overtones as well. Slight pucker emerges but quickly fades into a tangy, balanced finish. Comes across as somewhat refined and quite food friendly but still rather straightforward. Delivers a fair quality to price ratio. France. One Bottle Laurent Reverdy Sancerre 2009 Value $10.00

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One Bottle Swanson Vineyards Angelica Dessert Wine Sourced from one of the oldest continuously producing Mission grape vineyards in America, planted in 1856, Angelica is the rarest and most unique gem in the Swanson jewel box, marrying traditional Old World wine craft with the revival of a revered ritual: the decadent nightcap. Voluptuous, celebratory and shamelessly indulgent. 12 barrels produced. Rutherford, CA One Bottle Swanson Vineyards Angelica Dessert Wine Value $140.00 Mr. & Mrs. Kristofer K. & Myrna R. Swanson

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One Bottle Joh.Jos.Prum Graacher Himmelreich Riesling Auslese 2003 Pure, vibrant and elegant, with a panoply of peach, lime and slate aromas and flavors matched to a seamless frame. Lovely aftertaste of baked apple and vanilla. Germany One Bottle Joh.Jos.Prum Graacher Himmelreich Riesling Auslese 2003 Value $40.00 David & Julie Vennetti

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One Bottle Christian Moreau Chablis 2007 Classy if subdued aromas of citrus and stone. Juicy and nicely delineated, with good spicy lift to the flavors of lemon and orange zest with hints of granny smith apples. Balanced on a lean frame, with a mouthwatering finish. A very fresh and energetic village wine. Burgundy France. One Bottle Christian Moreau Chablis 2007 Value $30.00 Mr. Christopher Kiergan & Ms. Kristina Pauley

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One Bottle Inniskillin Vidal Icewine Gold Reserve 2004 This lovely, rich dessert wine exhibits aromas of apple blossom, apricot, mango and honey. The finish is lingering with tantalizing flashes of exotic fruit and spice. Canada One Bottle Inniskillin Vidal Icewine Gold Reserve 2004 Value $80.00 Mr. & Mrs. Lawrence D. & Elizabeth D. Ryan

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One Bottle Darioush Signature Viognier Napa Valley 2009 Honeysuckle, jasmine and citrus fruit aromas leap from the glass, introducing a vibrant and succulent mouthful of juicy peach and cantaloupe balanced by the bright acidity of Fuji apple and lemon zest. This Viognier finishes with lingering notes of dried apricot, nutmeg, and vanilla bean. Napa Valley, CA One Bottle Darioush Signature Viognier Napa Valley 2009 Value $40.00 Mr. & Mrs. Alain G. & Laura L. LeCoque

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Two Bottles Domaine Amiot Guy et Fils Chassagne-Montrachet "Vieilles Vignes" White Burgundy 2007 The brilliant Amiot Guy Chassagne-Montrachet Vieilles Vignes (Old Vines) 2007 is classic white Burgundy; a wine of grace, precision, and subtlety. This elegant golden-hued French white burgundy is a blockbuster Chassagne, Chardonnayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most famous village. Honeyed, potent, pineapple, super-ripe apricot and buttered toast on the nose, evolves to a glorious lemon sponge cake with vanilla icing. Chunky yellow fruits on the palate and a suitable lacing of acidity, this white burgundy is at the top of its game now through 2013. This medium bodied wine provides terrific accompaniment to fresh fish and sophisticated shellfish classics. Burgundy, France Two Bottles Domaine Amiot Guy et Fils Chassagne-Montrachet "Vieilles Vignes" White Burgundy France 2007 Value $90.00 Mr. & Mrs. Steven J. & Margaret B. Hampton

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One Bottle Cloudline Cellars Pinot Gris Oregon 2008 Cloudline Cellars is a second label produced by the esteemed Domaine Drouhin Oregon and the result is a great wine at a great value. This is a lighter-bodied wine with delicacy, balance and crisp acidity. Freesia and lavender aromas combined with flavors of kiwi, pineapple, peach and grapefruit. Fantastic food wine. Willamette Valley, Oregon One Bottle Cloudline Cellars Pinot Gris Oregon 2008 Value $20.00 Mr. & Mrs. James H. & Jane G. Goodrich

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One Bottle Malvira Roero Arneis D.O.C.G. 2009 This Italian 100% Arneis, has a beautiful color, perfumed nose and a mixture of tangy fruit, white flowers, herbs and confectioner's cream on the palate. Try this as an aperitivo or to accompany light, delicately flavored dishes. Italy One Bottle Malvira Roero Arneis D.O.C.G. 2009 Value $20.00 Mr. & Mrs. Scott A. & Stacey B. Kaniewski

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Une Paire des Blancs This fabulous white burgundy from the historically significant Cote d'Or region is traditionally made, with lime custard, green apple, smokey oak and wet stone on the nose, juicy citrus and apple on the palate with great minerality and quite a bit of acidity. The finish is complex and moderate in length. Burgundy, France Two Bottles Marc Colin Puligny-Montrachet Le Trezin White Burgundy 2007 Value $100.00 Mr. & Mrs. Michael D. & Laurie J. Bish

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One Bottle Domaine Jean-Louis Chave Hermitage France 2007 Another amazing Hermitage and a candidate for the white Hermitage of the vintage! Aromas of white flowers, quince, and honeyed citrus, zesty acidity, and sensational concentration make an appearance in this extraordinary white. It is a magnificent example of power combined with elegance. This 2007 white Hermitage should evolve for 25-30+ years. Rating: 95-98 pts WA France One Bottle Domaine Jean-Louis Chave Hermitage France 2007 Value $185.00 Dan Kraemer & Kathleen Brandenburg

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One Bottle Macon-Villages Les Heritiers du Comte Lafon French White Burgundy 2007 Héritiers du Comte Lafon have produced a Mâcon Villages that unites power and elegance in excellent balance. A subtle touch of oak frames the fresh, vibrant stone fruit and acacia blossom nose that leads to a fleshy, lush and fruit-charged palate of impressive punch and personality. A terrific wine from the producers behind the estimable Domaine des Comtes Lafon. Burgundy, France One Bottle Macon-Villages Les Héritiers du Comte Lafon French White Burgundy 2007 Value $20.00 Mr. & Mrs. Thomas J. & Catherine L. Kinder

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One Bottle Don Rodolfo Vina Cornejo Costas Torrontes Cafayate Valley Argentina 2005 A lovely white wine that combines the best of Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. A sweet, rose petal aroma and an easy sipping taste, the 2006 Don Rodolfo Torrontes (Value $10) offers a beautiful, lingering grapefruit-meets-pineapple aftertaste. Argentina One Bottle Don Rodolfo Vina cornejo costas Torrontes Cafayate Valley Argentina 2005 Value $12.00 Mr. Frank D. Muscarello Sr. & Mrs. Stacy L. Muscarello

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One Bottle Inama Soave Classico Vin Soave D.O.C. Verona Italy 2006 The 2005 Soave Classico Vin Soave is sweet and fat with an almost exotic quality to its up-front super-ripe apricot and peach flavors. The nose is certainly vibrantly lemony but what really distinguishes it from more ordinary Soaves is its whoosh of real, ripe fruit concentration on the mid palate yet with no sacrifice of either delicacy or refreshment value. This is seriously good wine by any standard. Italy. One Bottle Inama Soave Classico Vin Soave D.O.C. Verona Italy 2006 Value $18.00 Mr. Frank D. Muscarello Sr. & Mrs. Stacy L. Muscarello

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Kung Fu Fighting THIS GIRL IS SERIOUS...and SOLD OUT at the Winery! But YOU can own four bottles of this aromatic, smooth, vibrant and tasty wine. Think tangerine, apricot, wet stone, key lime, clove, and nectarine. Washington State. Four Bottles Charles Smith Wines Kungfu Girl Reisling Washington State 2009 Value $45.00 Mr. & Mrs. Perry & Jennifer F. Pinto

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Les Blancs This Pouilly-Fuisse (white burgundy) from the well-known Domaine SaumaizeMichelin offers impressive balance. On the nose this is like a Meursault, where the rich orange and pear aromas are complemented by exotic baking spices and smoked meat. On the palate, the wine is crisp and energetic, with fleshy orchard fruit flavors and gentle minerality give way to spicier citrus on the long finish. Burgundy, France. One Bottle Domain Saumaize-Michelin One Bottle Domaine Saumaize-Michelin Vignes Blanches Pouilly-Fuisse French Bourgogne 2008 Value $60.00 Gregory & Julie Gillespie Mr. & Mrs. Alain G. & Laura L. LeCoque

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Six Bottles Stiegl Pils BIER Salzburg Austria A classic beer, imported from the brewery in Salzburg, Austria, its largest brewery since 1650. Stiegl Pils is a fine, lively type of beer, with a bouquet produced by Premium quality Saaz hops to stimulate the senses. Stiegl Beer is a symbol of Salzburg city, and well embedded in its history. The Stiegl brewery restaurant is located in the centre of Salzburg, directly next to the stairs up to the Fortress "Festung Hohensalzburg". Salzburg, Austria. Six Bottles Stiegl Pils BIER Salzburg Austria Value $18.00 Mr. & Mrs. Mike & Colleen Kirchberg

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Six Bottles Stiegl Radler Lemon Soda Speciality BEER Salzburg Austria Known as a "Radler", this malt beverage specialty beer is a low-calorie, lowalcohol thirst quencher. Radler is a blend of 50% fresh Stiegl-GoldbrĂ&#x201E;u lager and 50% sugar-free Gaudi lemonade. Fresh and fruity! Imported from Austria's largest brewery since 1650, Stiegl Brewery is a symbol of Salzburg City, and well embedded in its history. The Stiegl brewery restaurant is located in the centre of Salzburg, directly next to the stairs up to the Fortress "Festung Hohensalzburg". Salzburg, Austria. Six Bottles Stiegl Radler Lemon Soda Speciality BEER Salzburg Austria Value $18.00 Mr. & Mrs. Mike & Colleen Kirchberg

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Two Bottles Bouchard Pere & Fils Puligny-Montrachet 2008 On the nose, hinting at menthol, wet on the stone, minerals and medicinal herbs. Slightly tart citrus and stone fruit flavors supported by an underpinning of powdered stone. Solid driven wine with a firm-edge finish. France Two Bottles Bouchard Pere & Fils Puligny-Montrachet 2008 Value $50.00 Paul Blase & Kris Matthews Blasé

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One Bottle Santa Margherita Valdadige Pinot Grigio 2008 This dry white wine has a straw yellow color. Its clean, intense aroma and bonedry taste (with an appealing flavor of Golden Delicious apples) make Santa Margherita’s Pinot Grigio a wine of great personality and versatility. Italy One Bottle Santa Margherita Valdadige Pinot Grigio 2008 Value $19.00 Paul Blase & Kris Matthews Blase

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One Bottle Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Brut There is plenty of finesse in this smooth-textured Champagne, whose flavors evoke apricot, peach, vanilla pastry and mineral. Racy, with snappy acidity providing energy and driving the flavors to a long conclusion. This is a full and rich Champagne for all occasions. France. One Bottle Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Brut Value $45.00 Dr. Kevin E. Hunt & Ms. Elizabeth B. Boccio-Hunt

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One Bottle Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Rose This non-vintage rose was made out of a desire to create a rose champagne with a delightfully luscious, fruit-based charm. Some have described this rose as having an urgent freshness, driven by red currants and tight plum flavors making it lively but full in the mouth. It also has earthy, nutty aromas of apple cider, lemon drop, brioche, clove and coffee bean. Despite its lightness, this rose shows intensity and length. France. One Bottle Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Rose Value $45.00 Dr. Kevin E. Hunt & Ms. Elizabeth B. Boccio-Hunt

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One Magnum Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Champagne Brut Aromas of white fruits and raisins, following with vanilla and brioche. Full and rich. A Champagne for all occasions. France One Magnum Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Brut Value $115.00 Marcus Hamacher & Sandra Luzzi Hamacher

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One Bottle Laurent-Perrier Brut 1999 Wine Spectator and Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar rates this lovely Champagne 90 points. "This is sumptuous and delicate, offering peach, beeswax and ginger notes. Firmly structured, with a chalklike sensation underneath that emerges on the finish. Drink now through 2015." France One Bottle Laurent-Perrier Brut 1999 Value $50.00 Mr. & Mrs. Stephen P. & Beth A. Kost

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One Bottle Moet & Chandon Imperial This ubiquitous bottle looks, smells and tastes like Champagne should. It is wellmade, with flavors of red berry, citrus and dough that mesh seamlessly with a smooth texture and vibrant structure. France One Bottle Moet & Chandon Imperial Value $40.00 Mr. & Mrs. Tyler K. & Paula Belnap

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One Bottle Moet & Chandon Cuvee Dom Perignon 1993 Robert Parker says "...gotta be the world's greatest wine given the enormous quantities they produce." This Champagne is full of complexity in a smooth and creamy package. It's elegant with delicious nutty flavors that linger on the finish. 95 points Wine Spectator. France One Bottle Moet & Chandon Cuvee Dom Perignon 1993 Value $200.00 Mr. & Mrs. Lawrence D. & Elizabeth D. Ryan

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Veuve Deux With its famous yellow label, this non-vintage Champagne is recognized as Veuve's flagship wine. It is a blend of around 50 cru village and reserve wines from different vintages. Intensity and style characterize this rich and dry classic that truly deserves its status as a hugely popular `Grande Marque'. Full-bodied, packed with ripe, creamy fruit and biscuity aromas. France Two Bottles Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Brut Value $90.00 Mr. & Mrs. Gregory C. & Andrea E. Hosbein

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One Bottle Dom Perignon Vintage 2000 and Two Crystal Champagne Glasses Fresh, crystalline, and sharp, the first nose unveils an unusual dimension, an aquatic vegetal world with secret touches of white pepper and gardenia. The wine then reveals airy, gentle richness before exhaling peaty scents. Notes of aniseed and dried ginger linger on the skin of fruit (pear and mango), more textured than ripe. The finish gradually unfurls and then settles, smooth, mellow, allencompassing. Champagne, France One Bottle Dom Perignon Vintage 2000 and Two Crystal Champagne Glasses Value $320.00 Mr. & Mrs. Carson P. & Christine A. Kyhl

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One Bottle Billecart-Salmon Brut Rose Champagne NV The Billecart-Salmon, considered by some the ONLY Brut Rose worth drinking, is complex and well balanced, with a delicate pink hue, full flavored, and notes of cherry and strawberry on the palate. The texture is lush and creamy with a racy finish of juicy citrus flavors and a late mineral jolt. Ratings: 90/91 by WS, WA and IWC (Steve Tanzer). France One Bottle Billecart-Salmon Brut Rose Champagne NV Value $100.00 Mr. Peter D. Riddell & Ms. Angie A. Ranalli

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One Bottle Albero Organic Sparking White Wine The Albero Sparkling White has nice acidity levels, and yet a creamy / buttery finish, with just a touch of lemon and the right amount of crispness. The bubbles are closer to a Prosecco than the firmer bubbles of a Champagne, which allows the fine fruit taste to come through. Spain. One Bottle Albero Organic Sparking White Wine Value $10.00 Mr. & Mrs. Brian J. & Kory J. Kozlowski

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One Bottle Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Brut NV Champagne The Yellow Label NV Brut is well known for its crisp, full flavors of apricot, peach, vanilla pastry and mineral, its smooth texture and the snappy acidity on the long finish. This classical dry Champagne is a blend of two-thirds black grapes (Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier) for body, balanced with one-third Chardonnay for elegance. It has a fine persistent sparkle and golden Champagne color. Rating: 91 pts by WS. France One Bottle Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Brut NV Champagne Value $45.00 Mr. & Mrs. Robert L. & Breda R. Rugai

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One Bottle Les Caves De Grenelle De Vallois Saumur Grande Cuvee Sparkling Wine NV Beautiful yellow, slightly straw-coloured, which is very flattering. Dense and complex, develops aromas of caramelized white fruits (peach, quince), of dried fruits (hazel nuts, almonds) and of acacia honey. Its taste delivers delicately its aromatic bread roll richness, from caramel to milk, dried fruits. France. One Bottle Les Caves De Grenelle De Vallois Saumur Grande Cuvee Sparkling Wine NV Value $20.00 Mr. Frank D. Muscarello Sr. & Mrs. Stacy L. Muscarello

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Viva la Cava! Medium straw-colored, this wine displays tiny bubbles, aromas of biscuit, mineral, baked apple, and white peach. Dry and concentrated on the palate with a solid core of creamy fruit, this lengthy sparkling wine possesses serious Champagne characteristics. Spain. Six Bottles Penalba Lopez Cava Brut Nature NV Value $80.00 Mr. & Mrs. Thomas B. & Lisa P. Raterman

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One Bottle L. Mawby Crement Classic Brut Sparkling Wine This sparkling wine is a medal winning Michigan classic from the Leelanau Peninsula. It was awarded the Gold Medal in the Michigan Wine & Spirits Competition. Open and enjoy now! Michigan. One Bottle L. Mawby Crement Classic Brut Sparkling Wine Value $30.00 Mr. & Mrs. Stephen P. & Beth A. Kost

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Encore Veuve Duex With its famous yellow label, this non-vintage Champagne is recognized as Veuve's flagship wine. It is a blend of around 50 cru village and reserve wine from different vintages. Intensity and style characterize this rich and dry classic that truly deserves its status as a hugely popular `Grand Marque'. Full-bodied, packed with ripe, creamy fruit and biscuity aromas. France Two Bottles Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Brut Value $90.00 Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey J. & Lisa Wissink

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One Bottle Chandon Brut Classic Sparkling Wine Refreshingly soft, yet dry. With each sip you will enjoy a complex apple and pear taste accented by citrus spice with notes of almonds and caramel in the nose. California One Bottle Chandon Brut Classic Sparkling Wine Value $55.00 Mr. & Mrs. Lawrence D. & Elizabeth D. Ryan

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One Bottle Gloria Ferrer Brut An exceptional value. Round and full-bodied with rich ripe apple pear and honeydew melon flavors. This complex sparkler has a nice touch of yeast and doughy aromas that give it added character turning creamy with a touch of vanilla." 90 Points Wine Spectator. # 78 Top 100 Wines of 2009. Consumer Report #1 Sparkling Wine. Sonoma, CA. One Bottle Gloria Ferrer Brut Value $20.00 Mr. & Mrs. Alan D. & Sarah Veenstra

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Two Bottles Marie Weiss Brut The NV Brut is straightforward and accessible, with lovely depth in its fruit. The wine's balance and length are both commendable, and the toasty, creamy finish rounds things out nicely. The Wine Advocate 90pts. France. Three Bottles Marie Weiss Brut Value $60.00 Mr. John Satalic & Ms. Diane Aigotti

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Two Bottles Tattinger Brut la Francaise Shows elegance and finesse, but also an understated power, as the initial richness gives way to the firm structure...setting the stage for biscuit, honey and ginger notes. Wine Spectator 91pts. France. Two Bottles Tattinger Brut la Francaise Value $80.00 Mr. John Satalic & Ms. Diane Aigotti

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One Bottle Pol Roger Brut Subdued, deep aromas of spice, nuts and biscuits. Juicy, brisk and concentrated, with flavors of yellow plum, apples, lemon and minerals. Finishes vibrant and distinctly stony. International Wine Cellar 89pts. France. One Bottle Pol Roger Brut Value $50.00 Mr. & Mrs. Norman K. & Elizabeth R. Beck

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One Bottle Joseph Perrier Chalons-en-Champagne Cuvee Royale Brut Founded in 1825, Champagne Joseph Perrier comes from the same family source as the other Perriers in the Champagne region, such as Perrier-Jouet and Laurent Perrier. The house is proud of its 19th century status as suppliers to British Royalty. Fresh and refreshing, with a full round body, which comes from a minimum of three years aging. This balanced cuvee is the epitome of Joseph's style. France. One Bottle Joseph Perrier Chalons-en-Champagne Cuvee Royale Brut Value $40.00 Mr. and Mrs. Steven A. and Wendy W. Beard

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One Bottle Nicolas Feuillatte Reserve Particuliére Nice, with a slight nuttiness in mouth, a hint of honey in the nose. Medium body and nice texture. France. One Bottle Nicolas Feuillatte Reserve Particuliére Value $30.00 Mr. John Satalic & Ms. Diane Aigotti

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One Bottle Jean Lallement Brut Rose Smokey red berry and pear aromas are complemented by dried rose, baking spices, and minerals. A rich, chewy pink Champagne that could handle rich foods or strong cheeses; the finish is long and juicy and leaves smoke and floral notes behind. International Wine Cellar 91pts. France One Bottle Jean Lallement Brut Rose Value $65.00 Mr. & Mrs. Stephen A. & Wendy W. Beard

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Two Bottles Marques de Glida Rose 2007 Medium salmon pink in color, it has a lovely perfume of cherry blossom, strawberry and rhubarb. Flavorful, well-balanced, and pleasure bent...and excellent value. The Wine Advocate 89pts. Spain. Two Bottles Marques de Glida Rose 2007 Value $30.00 Mr. John Satalic & Ms. Diane Aigotti

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Three Bottles Cava Avinyo Brut Excellent value in sparkling wine from Spain, the non-vintage Cava Brut is a tasty, light to medium-bodied, dry sparkler. The Wine Advocate 89pts. Spain. Three Bottles Cava Avinyo Brut Value $45.00 Mr. & Mrs. Norman C. & Elizabeth A. Butler Elizabeth Calihan

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Two Bottles Charles Baur Cremant D'Alsace Brut Rose Cremant d'Alsace is the appellation for the white and rose sparkling wines of the Alsace region in north-eastern France. This sparkling rose is made from 100% Pinot Noir grapes. France. Two Bottles Charles Baur Cremant D'Alsace Brut Rose Value $40.00 Mr. John Satalic & Ms. Diane Aigotti

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One Bottle Egly Ouriet Brut les Vignes de Vrigny Very unique expression of 100% Pinot Meunier that emerges with an enticing array of licorice, mint, flowers and dried pears. The deceptively mid-weight wine offers lovely depth and a long, resonating finish. The Wine Advocate 92pts. France. One Bottle Egly Ouriet Brut les Vignes de Vrigny Value $53.00 Mr. and Mrs. Norman K. & Elizabeth R. Beck

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Three Bottles Nicholas Feuillatte Brut A touch creamy in aroma, giving way to peach and grapefruit notes. On the lighter side, with floral and herbal elements peeking through. Appealing. Richly textured and moderately firm, it's ready now yet will develop over the short term. 89 Points Wine Spectator, 90 Points Wine Enthusiast. France. Three Bottles Nicholas Feuillatte Brut Value $114.00 Mr. & Mrs. Alan D. & Sarah Veenstra

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One Bottle Nicolas Feuillatte Brut A touch creamy in aroma, giving way to peach and grapefruit notes. On the lighter side, with floral and herbal elements peeking through. Appealing. Richly textured and moderately firm, it's ready now yet will develop over the short-term; 89 Points Wine Spectator 90 Points Wine Enthusiast. France. One Bottle Nicolas Feuillatte Brut Value $38.00 Mr. & Mrs. Alan D. & Sarah Veenstra

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Three Bottles Gloria Ferrer Brut An exceptional value. Round and full-bodied with rich ripe apple pear and honeydew melon flavors. This complex sparkler has a nice touch of yeast and doughy aromas that give it added character turning creamy with a touch of vanilla." 90 Points Wine Spectator. # 78 Top 100 Wines of 2009. Consumer Report #1 Sparkling Wine. Sonoma, CA. Three Bottles Gloria Ferrer Brut Value $60.00 Mr. & Mrs. Alan D. & Sarah Veenstra

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One Bottle 375ML Perrier-Jouet Champagne Grand Brut 93 points Wine Enthusiast: "This is what you expect a prestige Champagne to look, smell and taste like." Drink now! France. One Bottle 375ML Perrier-Jouet Champagne Grand Brut Value $28.00 Mr. & Mrs. Alan D. & Sarah Veenstra

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One Bottle 375 ML Perrier-Jouet Champagne Grand Brut 93 points Wine Enthusiast: "This is what you expect a prestige Champagne to look, smell and taste like." Drink now! France. One Bottle 375 ML Perrier-Jouet Champagne Grand Brut Value $28.00 Mr. & Mrs. Alan D. & Sarah Veenstra

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Two Bottles Bollinger Special Cuvee Brut Champagne A medium-bodied Champagne showing honey, bread dough and apple flavors. A Pinot Noir dominated blend that always includes a generous proportion of reserve wines. All of the reserve wines are aged in magnums under natural cork, and a large percentage of the fruit is still barrel fermented. In an age where a lot of the big houses are concentrating, more on marketing and less on the product, Bollinger continues their tradition of quality. Drink now through 2021. 94 points Wine Spectator. France. Two Bottles Bollinger Special Cuvee Brut Champagne Value $120.00 Mr. John Satalic & Ms. Diane Aigotti

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Cabernet 400.

Big and Bigger One Bottle Far Niente Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville 2002 Intense, with a tannic structure, yet the plush currant, anise, earth and cedar flavors push to the forefront and show an excellent range of depth and concentration. The finish turns tight with a burst of plum, berry, cedar, and tobacco. Best from 2006 through 2013. Napa Valley, CA. One Bottle Nickel & Nickel Single Vineyard Vines Vogt Vineyard Napa Valley 2004 Nickel & Nickel Wineries are producing world class wines from some of the most coveted and rare rest single vineyard vines in Napa Valley. Their hallmark Cabernet Sauvignon and other varietal wines are renowned. This vintage from Howell Mountain is riper and richer than the three vintages that preceded it. The 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon has lovely floral and berry aromas with dark berry and cassis flavors on the palate, complemented by vanilla and cedar from the oak. Intense, with thick, full tannins, this wine will continue to develop in the cellar enjoy! Napa Valley, CA. One Bottle Far Niente Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville 2002 One Bottle Nickel & Nickel Single Vineyard Vines Vogt Vineyard Napa Valley 2004 Value $215.00 Mr. & Mrs. Thomas J. & Astra R. Gamsjaeger Mr. & Mrs. Peter M. & Jacqueline M. Grahn

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Stag Party One Bottle Cliff Lede Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 Dense purple color along with a big, sweet nose of spring flowers, black and red currants as well as graphite. Deep, rich, young, and promising with plenty of tannin, but an unmistakable, profound minerality. Napa Valley, CA One Bottle Stag's Leap Wine Cellars "Artemis" Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2007 The "Artemis", a Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, is velvety and generous. Small amounts of Merlot and Petit Verdot were blended with the Cabernet Sauvignon for another layer of complexity. The 2007 Artemis was aged for 18 months in French oak barrels (34% new) and six months in bottle, prior to its release. Aromas of cassis and caramel rise and give way to earthy notes of black olive, black pepper, and truffles. Classic flavors of cassis and black cherry fill the mouth as notes of violets and vanilla linger on the finish. Ratings: 92 by Wine Advocate. Napa Valley, CA. One Bottle Cliff Lede Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 One Bottle Stag's Leap Wine Cellars "Artemis" Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2007 Value $115.00 Mr. David J. DuRoss & Dr. Nancy A. Hammond Mr. & Mrs. John R. & Andrea L. Garber

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Feelinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Stronger Cinnamon and Cardamom spice notes form a wonderful nose which also features dry, dark berry fruit aromas. Throughout the palate the berry fruit theme continues, earth characteristics join in along the way. Plum notes kick in about midway through and lead to the finish which continues the spice parade; black pepper and additional vanilla are of note. This Cabernet Sauvignon has relatively mellow tannins and nice structure. Sonoma County, CA Two Bottles Rodney Strong Alexander Valley Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 One Bottle Rodney Strong Alexander Valley Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 One Bottle Rodney Strong Alexander Valley Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 Value $72.00 Mr. & Mrs. Martin E. & Monica D. Martinson Ms. Lynn Gillow Gary and Tanikki Norman

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Shoot The Duck One Bottle Duckhorn Sauvignon Blanc 2009 Napa Valley This complex and focused Sauvignon Blanc seamlessly combines mouth-filling fruit with refreshing acidity. The aromas highlight elements of bright citrus and passion fruit, underscored by pineapple and layers of gala apple and lychee. The tropical aromas are echoed on the palate and given added dimension by the addition of semillon, which helps to showcase the juicy guava, passion fruit and pineapple upside-down cake flavors, alongside notes of fresh apple, vanilla, and key lime pie. Napa Valley, CA One Bottle Duckhorn Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 Aromas of ripe currant, spearmint, marzipan and tobacco lead to intense flavors of blackberry and black cherry, all supported by a subtle framework of French oak, which adds nuance, depth and dimension to the finish. Napa Valley, CA One Bottle Duckhorn Vineyards Merlot Napa Valley 2007 This Merlot is a complex blend of the varietal with Cabernet Sauvignon and a touch of Petit Verdot adding nuance and depth. Duckhorn Vineyard's Merlot has hearty tannins and balanced acidity to provide a textural framework for an enticing array of aromas and flavors that begin with notes of bright red cherry, plum, tobacco, vanilla and anise. On the palate, layers of fig, red currant, almond, cedar and sweet spice are revealed, along with a subtle doughiness that lends to an appealing mouthful. Drink and enjoy! Napa Valley, CA One Bottle Duckhorn Vineyards Estate Grown Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 This wine begins with aromas of black Doris plum, raspberry, cassis and cola, before revealing a broad, soft entry and concentrated elements of black currant, ripe strawberries, French toast, olives and earth. Napa Valley One Bottle Duckhorn Vineyards Estate Grown Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 One Bottle Duckhorn Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 One Bottle Duckhorn Sauvignon Blanc 2009 Napa Valley One Bottle Duckhorn Vineyards Merlot Napa Valley 2007 Value $202.00 Mr. & Mrs. Michael D. & Carolann C. Bellaman Courtney & David Blaskovich Mr. & Mrs. Craig A. & Amy S. Korte Mr. John Satalic & Ms. Diane Aigotti

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California Cabs One Bottle Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley 2006 This bottle has concentrated, lovely black fruit aromas of blackberry, blueberry, and cassis. The mouthful is luscious and full with continued flavors of blackberry, cassis and black cherry with a suggestion of vanilla, coconut and cedar. The soft, round tannins and understated acidity of this wine complement the bright fruit characters to create a balanced Cabernet Sauvignon approachable now or worthy of cellaring for at least 10-15 years. Alexander Valley, CA. One Bottle Chateau Montelena Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2006 Dark rich ruby in color, offering rich, complex aromas of ripe dark cherry, sweet chocolate, cinnamon, pie spice, and leather, with top notes of rose and forest floor. Napa Valley, CA One Bottle Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley 2006 One Bottle Chateau Montelena Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2006 Value $110.00 Craig & Katherine Benson Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey J. & Lisa Wissink

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One Bottle Simi Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 This wine's rich blackberry and plum flavors meld with ripe tannins and hints of spice from oak aging ending in a long, velvety finish. It's a lovely everyday Cabernet to enjoy with beef, rare Ahi tuna or grilled portabella mushrooms. Alexander Valley, CA One Bottle Simi Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 Value $20.00 Ms. Lisa McCarthy

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One Bottle Fred Couples & Co. Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 A unique collaboration between two long time trophy winners: Champion golfer Fred Couples and award winning winemaker Mitch Cosentino. This very limited production wine is made primarily from prime fruit grown by one of the most tenured grape growers in the Napa Valley. It is an intense and rich wine with great depth that shows balance and length. Napa Valley, CA One Bottle Fred Couples & Co. Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 Value $75.00 Mr. & Mrs. Frank R. & Roberta L. Giambrone

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One Bottle Beaulieu Vineyard Coastal Estates Cabernet Sauvignon Private Cellars California 2004 This dark ruby, medium-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon offers lush aromas of red cherries and blackberries with subtle toasty vanilla, peppercorns and chocolate notes. On the palate the wine shows big, round, fruit-centered tannins along with toasted flavors that linger on a velvety finish. Napa Valley One Bottle Beaulieu Vineyard Coastal Estates Cabernet Sauvignon Private Cellars California 2004 Value $14.00 Mr. & Mrs. Sterling & Mary Yates

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Two Nickels For Your Thoughts Richly structured and powerful. It has aromas of cherry, anise and herb with an underlying dusty earthiness...an age-worthy wine. Napa Valley, CA. Two Bottles Nickel & Nickel Rock Cairn Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2000 Value $150.00 Mr. & Mrs. David M. & Donna P. Fleming

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One Bottle Raymond Vineyards Reserve Selection Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2007 This deep garnet colored Cabernet opens with inviting aromas of black cherry, blackberry, red raspberry, currant and hints of cedar, cocoa and cassis. Concentrated flavors of boysenberry, blackberry, plum, red raspberry and Bing cherry followed by notes of tangy black pepper and smooth vanilla in the long finish. Rich and full-bodied with nicely balanced tannins and structure. Rating: 89 Wine Enthusiast. Napa Valley, California One Bottle Raymond Vineyards Reserve Selection Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2007 Value $30.00 Mr. Keith & Mrs. R. & Nancy J. McFadyen

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One Bottle Buoncristiani O.P.C. Proprietary Red Wine Napa Valley 2006 The 2006 O.P.C., a Napa Valley proprietary red wine, is a delicious, full-throttle blend of 42% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Syrah, 20% Merlot, and 8% Malbec. Possessing copious aromas of flowers, blackberries, black currants, pepper, and camphor, refreshing acid buttressing substantial flavors, a velvety texture, and good length, this hedonistic as well as intellectually satisfying 2006 can be enjoyed throughout 2016. Rating: 90 pts Wine Advocate. Napa Valley, CA. One Bottle Buoncristiani O.P.C. Proprietary Red Wine Napa Valley 2006 Value $40.00 Mr. & Mrs. Roger E. & Susan R. Bottum

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One Bottle Silver Oak Cabernet 2002 This is an opulent wine of great depth and concentration. It displays a dark, garnet color and aromas of black plum, cassis liqueur, rose petals, nutmeg and sandalwood. The palate offers a mouth-coating texture and a wonderful progression of flavors from berry fruit to tobacco to dark chocolate, culminating in an extraordinarily long finish reminiscent of a dark chocolate truffle filled with berry liqueur. Properly cellared, it should provide drinking pleasure until 2028. Sonoma County, California. One Bottle Silver Oak Cabernet 2002 Value $125.00 Mr. & Mrs. John R. & Jenifer Coletta

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One Bottle Darioush Caravan Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 This Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, and the rest equal parts Petit Verdot and Malbec offers a subtle toasty oak note intermixed with espresso roast, chocolate, black currants, and black cherries. It possesses soft, velvety tannins, medium to full body, and beautiful purity, texture, and length. Approachable now, this excellent value wine should evolve easily for 15 or more years. Rating: WA 90. Napa Valley, CA One Bottle Darioush Caravan Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 Value $30.00 Mr. & Mrs. Clinton E. & Tania O. Cameron

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One Bottle Phaedrus 2005 The more supple 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Phaedrus is a blend of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon and the rest Malbec and Petit Verdot. Aged 16 months in one-half new French oak, there are 719 cases of this beauty. A dense ruby/purple color is accompanied by loads of crĂ¨me de cassis fruit intermingled with notions of roasted herbs, coffee beans, licorice, and a subtle touch of background oak. The noble sweetness of the tannins, luscious, velvety textured mid-palate, and long finish suggest this wine can be drunk now or cellared for 12-15+ years. Napa Valley. One Bottle Phaedrus 2005 Value $40.00 Mr. John F. Quinn III & Mrs. Jeaneane M. Quinn

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One Bottle William Hill Estate Winery Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 Red and dark berry aromas with hints of raspberry, dark cherry, blackberry, and blueberry. Aromas extend to the palate along with notes of jam with dark olive, sweet vanilla, and dark chocolate. The integrated tannins and concentrated flavors of this wine continue into an intense, lush red berry and dark chocolate finish. Napa Valley, CA One Bottle William Hill Estate Winery Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 Value $22.00 Mr. James E. Kolovos & Ms. Anne E. Miller

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One Bottle Trader Joe's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2008 Smooth rich licorice, long finish, quite good at the price. Napa Valley, CA One Bottle Trader Joe's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2008 Value $10.00 Second Grade Cocktail Party

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One Bottle Artesa Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve Napa Valley 2005 This Napa Cabernet weaves together a complex mix of savory herb, dried currant, leather, mineral and a dusty berry, firming up on the finish, where the tannins are dry and tight. Rating; 90 pts WS. Napa Valley, CA One Bottle Artesa Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve Napa Valley 2005 Value $30.00 Mr. Mirpalat Sarkulov and Ms. Sabira Ruzyeva

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One Bottle Buehler Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2007 The wine is brimming with fruit aromas and flavors biased to the black fruit end of the cabernet spectrum: plums, blackberry, black currant. Rich and full-bodied with a smooth and creamy texture on the palate, this cabernet drinks well on release but will soften and develop with additional age. Napa Valley, CA One Bottle Buehler Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2007 Value $25.00 Mr. Mirpalat Sarkulov and Ms. Sabira Ruzyeva

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One Bottle Francis Coppola Diamond Collection Black Label Claret 2008 Claret is a term originally coined by the British to describe Cabernet-based wines. This Cabernet, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Malbec blend is alluring and sophisticated; it is memorably lush with a tapestry of smooth tannins and succulent flavors of wild berries, plum and anise. California One Bottle Francis Coppola Diamond Collection Black Label Claret 2008 Value $16.00 Second Grade Cocktail Party

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One Bottle Gallo Family Vineyards Sonoma Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 The wine is nicely dry, aged and at 13.31% lower in alcohol than many of the Cabernets coming out of California today. Sweet oak, with strawberry and black cherry, both very ripe, on the nose, fruit forward on the palate. This is an energetic, food friendly and good value Cabernet. Drink it now. California. One Bottle Gallo Family Vineyards Sonoma Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 Value $12.00 Mr. Frank D. Muscarello Sr. & Mrs. Stacy L. Muscarello

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Caymus Package WOW! This Cabernet Sauvignon displays all the opulence and grandeur of the 2008 Napa vintage and the classic smooth texture and age-worthy elegance expected from Caymus' finest Special Selection. Full-throttle flavors of cassis, blueberry, spice, lightly toasted oak and a hint of Valrhona chocolate meld together seamlessly. The flavors on the sultry finish (30 seconds+) hints of chocolate covered espresso beans. Enjoy now or cellar through 2018. Napa Valley, CA One Bottle Caymus Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Special Selection 2008 One Bottle Caymus Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Special Selection 2008 Value $210.00 Mr. & Mrs. Christopher & Eileen G. Murphy Timothy & Christine Weil

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It's A Good Year! A deep ruby red, this Cabernet shows classic Cabernet Sauvignon aromas of spice and sage followed by a mix of blueberries and blackberries with fresh raspberry notes. This wine is smooth, supple and sleek in the mouth: it is well balanced across the palate showcasing flavors of dark fruit, currants and hints of mineral and anis. Napa Valley, CA. Three Bottles BonAnno Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 Value $60.00 Mr. & Mrs. Martin E. & Monica D. Martinson

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It's The Bomb This dazzling Cabernet has concentrated aromas of blackberry and sweet, toasty vanilla. There are pleasing flavors of ripe berry and plum that are nicely framed by sweet oak. It has a smooth finish with mild tannin. Enjoy it now through 2015. Napa Valley, CA Three Bottles Bommarito Vineyard Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2002 Value $54.00 Mr. Frank D. Muscarello Sr. & Mrs. Stacy L. Muscarello

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Kiss The Frog Elegant and refined, this 2007 Cabernet opens with aromas of rich black fruit laced with hints of dried herbs. The wine's deep connection to the soil is reflected in flavors of cassis, plum and blackberries which are complemented by the essence of truffle, cedar and tobacco. Soft tannins, which are near perfect, and well integrated oak are balanced with a fine acidity to create a finish that will linger. This is an elegant Cabernet, which is delicious upon release but will also cellar well for ten years. 94 points from Wine & Spirits. Enjoy now and through 2013. Two Bottles Frog's Leap Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 Value $100.00 Mr. Patrick M. Collins & Dr. Helena Gabriel Mr. and Mrs. Eric P. Hansen

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Let Them Drink Cake One Bottle Cakebread Cellars Benchland Select Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 This sumptuous Benchland Select Cab offers fragrant aromas of blackberry, boysenberry and ripe fig coupled with seductive loam, leather, dark chocolate and spice scents. Full and well-rounded on the palate, its lavish blackberry, black cherry and dark chocolate flavors are framed by powerful, yet supple tannins and extend into a long, lush, finish. Seamlessly structured, with dense, concentrated fruit, this latest edition of the Benchland select drinks beautifully now, but can also be aged an additional 6-8 years. Napa Valley, CA One Bottle Cakebread Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 Lush yet focused wine expresses elegant black cherry, plum and cassis fruit offset by notes of chocolate, herbs and cedar with a supple texture and a structure of balanced fruit and tannin confirmed on the finish. Napa Valley, CA One Bottle Cakebread Cellars Dancing Bear Ranch Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 Brilliant, outstanding, dramatic are just a few words that describe this exceptional bottle. Its composition is that of 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Cabernet Franc, and 17% Merlot. This medium-bodied elegant Cabernet-based wine has a dense purple color and entices with perfumed aromas of ripe black fruits, forest-floor spice, and rich fig and chocolate tones. On the beautifully structured palate, the wine delivers intensely concentrated blackberry, blackcurrant, wild cherry and ripe fig flavors balanced by firm acidity and round, silky tannins that unfold in a lengthy, spice-and-mineral tinged finish. Napa Valley, CA One Bottle Cakebread Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 One Bottle Cakebread Cellars Dancing Bear Ranch Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 One Bottle Cakebread Cellars Benchland Select Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 Value $282.00 Dr. Peter J. Georgis & Mrs. Jaimie L. Iosello Georgis Mr. & Mrs. Tyler E. & Victoria K. Ginn Mr. and Mrs. Jay L. Owen, Jr.

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Phelps Package 90% Cabernet, 6% Merlot, and 4% Petit Verdot. The inky, purple-black color of this 2006 Cabernet yields rich, bright fruit on the nose and is layered with ripe blackberry, red plum, cream, tobacco and anise aromas followed by juicy, ripe raspberry and rich, dark fruit flavors. Sweet tannins are nicely integrated and the wine ends with excellent structure, length, and balance. Enjoy it now or over the next 12-15+ years. Napa Valley, CA. One Bottle Joseph Phelps Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2006 One Bottle Joseph Phelps Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2006 Value $108.00 Mr. & Mrs. Roger E. & Susan R. Bottum Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey J. & Lisa Wissink

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Silver Oak Dinner Party This wonderful selection from Silver Oak is an excellent vintage and consists of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc. An excellent wine that beautifully expresses the full aromatic ripeness of this exemplary vintage. It is full bodied and yet refined, and consistent in its color, aroma, palate and finish. It has a dark garnet color and a nose of black cherry, clove, cinnamon, lavender and licorice. It is seamless on the palate with a solid core of berry fruit, velvety tannins and excellent length. With proper cellaring it should give drinking pleasure through 2032. Napa Valley, CA One Bottle Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 Two Bottles Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 One Bottle Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 Value $340.00 Ms. Courtney V. Mentzer and Mr. Charlie Petit Christopher & Robin Norton Mr. & Mrs. Michael G. & Claire O'Grady

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One Bottle Fabre Montmayour Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 Very warm and well made with lots of dark fruits. Argentina One Bottle Fabre Montmayour Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 Value $20.00 Ms. Allison S. Youngblood

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Your Insignia, Please One Bottle Joseph Phelps Insignia 1999 The 1999 Insignia is a blend of 71% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot, 6% Petit Verdot, 1% Cabernet Franc, and 1% Malbec. The core of this offering tends to come from Rutherford-grown fruit. The saturated dense purple colored 1999 offers a tight but promising nose of incense, spice box, black fruits, and vanilla. This elegant, stylish, and medium to full-bodied offering is made in a more French-like, finesse style than such blockbusters from 1994-1997. Decant at least one hour. Consume over the next 15-18 months. California. One Bottle Joseph Phelps Insignia 2001 The flagship wine, the 2001 Insignia Proprietary Wine, a blend of 89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Petit Verdot, and 3% Malbec, continues to live up to high praise as a must buy wine. Rich, elegant and nuanced, this dense ruby/purple wine offers a nose of crĂ¨me de cassis, incense, licorice, chocolate, and spice box. It is full-bodied, opulently styled with plenty of tannin, but the structural aspects of the wine are well-concealed by its intensity and overall richness. Drink now through 2020. California. One Bottle Joseph Phelps Insignia 1999 One Bottle Joseph Phelps Insignia 2001 Value $280.00 Mr. Lance Chody

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One Bottle Tillman Cabernet Sauvignon Family Reserve 2006 This is a blockbuster Cab with loads of oak on the nose, perhaps unapologetically so. Mostly smells like vanilla cream, white chocolate, wild cherries and kirsch with the faintest whiff of blueberry compote. This wine is actually surprisingly refined on the palate, bringing in lots of resolved and finely hewn tannins and a subtle, yet acceptable level of acidity. Round and fruit forward in the mouth, it finishes creamy with more than a dollop of sweetish, oak influenced spice notes. California. One Bottle Tillman Cabernet Sauvignon Family Reserve 2006 Value $35.00 Second Grade Cocktail Party

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Two Bottles The Velvet Devil Merlot 2008 If velvet had a flavor this would be it. Bittersweet chocolate, dark Italian cherries. Sweet rose petals with a firm, satiny finish. Columbia Valley, WA Two Bottles The Velvet Devil Merlot 2008 Value $32.00 Mr. & Mrs. Robert R. & Alice P. Topping

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One Bottle Smashed Grapes Cellars Merlot California 2003 Grapes don't mind being smashed. It is their "destiny" says the makers of this mellow Merlot, which has hints of silky cherry and plum flavors and a velvety texture. California One Bottle Smashed Grapes Cellars Merlot California 2003 Value $10.00 Mr. & Mrs. Sterling & Mary Yates

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If It Walks Like A Duck This appealing Napa Valley wine highlights the elegance of the Merlot varietal. Since 1978, Duckhorn Vineyards has been producing Merlot that offers signature flavors of black cherry, plum and spice. This dark ruby colored merlot opens with fragrant mulberry and red currant bouquet with a hint of eucalyptus. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, balanced, and delicate. The flavor profile is a tart black currant and plum with notes of black cherry and black pepper. The finish is dry and the mild tannins are slightly prolonged. Napa Valley, CA One Bottle Duckhorn Wine Company Decoy Napa Valley Merlot 2008 One Bottle Duckhorn Wine Company Decoy Napa Valley Merlot 2008 Value $44.00 Mr. & Mrs. Craig A. & Amy S. Korte Mr. Daniel P. Malven & Ms. Audre J. Melsbakas

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Two Bottles Via di Roma Veneto Merlot 2006 Two Bottles Via di Roma Veneto Merlot 2006 Value $46.00 Mr. Diogenes P. Rojas & Mrs. Janina Castillo-Rojas

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One Bottle Ravenswood Vintners Blend Merlot 2006 Crisp and clean, with some chocolate and earth. Pleasing bright, ripe plum flavors with mouth-watering acidity and fine tannin structure followed by a racy, lingering finish that tastes of raspberries, cloves, cardamom and vanilla. Sonoma, CA One Bottle Ravenswood Vintners Blend Merlot 2006 Value $14.00 Second Grade Cocktail Party

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One Bottle Yalumba Oxford Landing Merlot Australia 1999 Medium cherry with crimson hues, this Oxford Landing Merlot has a fragrant cedar and spice nose with red berry fruit and some gamey undertones. A rich soft tannin structure is supported by abundant fruit flavor and integrated oak. Australia. One Bottle Yalumba Oxford Landing Merlot Australia 1999 Value $8.00 Mr. Frank D. Muscarello Sr. & Mrs. Stacy L. Muscarello

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One Bottle Charles Krug Peter Mondavi Family Napa Valley Merlot 1995 At release, this Merlot offered a balanced expression of ripe stone fruit with vibrant notes of red cherry and mulberry, complemented with smoky vanilla tones that accentuated the plush feel of its silky palate. Quite youthful, this wine promised a long and elegant life. Napa Valley, CA One Bottle Charles Krug Peter Mondavi Family Napa Valley Merlot 1995 Value $32.00 Mr. Frank D. Muscarello Sr. & Mrs. Stacy L. Muscarello

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Here's Mud In Your Eye One Bottle Mud House Pinot Gris 2009 Classic flavors of white peach and cut pear combine with gentle spicy notes greet you on the nose. The lovely texture and bright fruit leads to a seamless finish. The flavors of nectarine and cut pear carry right through to the long lingering finish. Perfect with seafood of all types. South Island, New Zealand. One Bottle Mud House Pinot Noir 2007 Bright ruby color. Sweet lifted aromas of cherries and plums with a hint of currants and integrated savory and toasty oak notes. A medium-bodied, easy drinking wine with a soft, full palate and balanced acidity. Central Otago, New Zealand One Bottle Mud House Pinot Noir 2007 One Bottle Mud House Pinot Gris 2009 Value $40.00 Mr. & Mrs. Richard & Lisa G. Lettiere

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One Bottle Walter Hansel Hansel Family Vineyards RRV Pinot Noir 2008 This lovely Pinot Noir from Russian River Valley, Sonoma, North Coast exhibits crisp red cherry, sassafras, and autumnal, earthy vegetative notes, medium to full body, pure red and black fruits, and a heady finish. Drink now through 2017. Rating: 92pts WA. Sonoma, CA One Bottle Walter Hansel Hansel Family Vineyards RRV Pinot Noir 2008 Value $35.00 Mr. & Mrs. Steven E. & Julie O. Ehrlich

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...It's For You! Two Bottles Belle Glos Clark & Telephone Vineyard Pinot Noir California 2008 Value $100.00 Mr. and Mrs. Greg M. Tanis

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Northern Noirs One Bottle WillaKenzie Estate Emery Pinot Noir A great example of Oregon Pinot Noir. A great balance of fruit and acidity. This wine should drink well for at least 5-10 years. Oregon. One Bottle Elk Cove Mount Richmond Pinot Noir This wine is balanced and very smooth; cherries and spice were the main notes. Rated 94 points by Wine Spectator. Oregon One Bottle J.K. Carriere Willamette Valley Pinot Noir 2007 This wine is a blend of seven different Oregon vineyards. A tangy treat of cherry, watermelon and spice. Willamette Valley, OR One Bottle J.K. Carriere Glass White Pinot Noir 2009 A perfect summer wine. This rose is sweet, tangy and has notes of lime and orange. Willamette Valley, OR Package includes tasting notes for each wine! One Bottle WillaKenzie Estate Emery Pinot Noir 2007 One Bottle Elk Cove Mount Richmond Pinot Noir 2008 One Bottle J.K. Carriere Willamette Valley Pinot Noir 2007 One Bottle J.K. Carriere Glass White Pinot Noir 2009 Value $175.00 Mr. & Mrs. Ryan & Elizabeth Garino

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Flight of Fiddleheads Fiddlehead estate Pinot Noirs showcase the cooler Santa Rita Hills in the western-most part of the San Ynez Valley. And loving the nuances of place, winemaker Kathy Joseph continues to craft intriguing Pinot Noir from Oregonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Willamette Valley. This package features a fantastic flight of Fiddlehead Pinots from both California and Oregon. One Bottle Fiddlehead Cellars Seven Twenty Eight Pinot Noir 2007 One Bottle Fiddlehead Cellars Lollapalooza Pinot Noir 2007 One Bottle Fiddlehead Cellars Oldsville Reserve Oregon Pinot Noir 2007 Value $167.00 Mr. & Mrs. Alain G. & Laura L. LeCoque

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One Bottle Ata Rangi Martinborough Pinot Noir 2008 Chock-full of complexity and allure, fragrant, fresh rose petals, a layer of sweet spices and perfectly ripe cherry fruits. New Zealand One Bottle Ata Rangi Martinborough Pinot Noir 2008 Value $40.00

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One Bottle Fess Parker Parker Station Central Coast Pinot Noir California 2004 This medium bodied Pinot Noir exhibits cherry, mint, leather and spice characteristics on the nose. The palate is big, round and supple with prominent cherry and cranberry fruit flavors complemented by notes of earth and spice. The finish is long and lingering with soft tannins and attractive undertones of vanilla and toast. Enjoy this balanced wine with food or as an aperitif. Central Coast, California One Bottle Fess Parker Parker Station Central Coast Pinot Noir California 2004 Value $16.00 Mr. & Mrs. Sterling & Mary Yates

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One Bottle Keller Estate Pinot Noir 2006 Dry and crisp, the flavors are of ripe cherries, raspberries, tangerines, pomegranates and cola with smoky spicy complexities from new French oak. Sonoma Coast, California. One Bottle Keller Estate Pinot Noir 2006 Value $20.00 Mr. & Mrs. James F. & Terese M. Brady

608.

One Bottle Stephen Test Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2006 Medium cherry, and cool 2006 Sonoma fruit- Medium weight, delicate, cherry, nice acidity, and a balanced finish. Sonoma County, CA. One Bottle Stephen Test Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2006 Value $29.00 Mr. & Mrs. Tyler E. & Victoria K. Ginn

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Three Bottles Schroeder Estate Patagonia Argentina Pinot Noir 2009 Deep, dark Pinot Noir from the edge of the earth - and the cutting-edge Schroeder Estate, winner of top regional and international wine awards. Patagonia is home to the world's southernmost vineyards -and Pinot Noir that's even richer and riper than its Burgundian and U.S. counterparts. Bursting with layers of dark cherry, blackberry, warm oak and coffee. Patagonia, Argentina. Three Bottles Schroeder Estate Patagonia Argentina Pinot Noir 2009 Value $57.00 Mr. & Mrs. James A. & Jodi M. Larson

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One Bottle Siduri Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noir 2008 Robert M. Parker, Jr. says this is "One of California's top Pinot Noir producers. One of my favorite wineries." Siduri Pinot Noir has notes of rose petal, lilac and blackberry. A wonderful velvet-like texture and concentrated fruit flavors with hints of vanilla and dried herbs. Beautiful lingering finish. California. One Bottle Siduri Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noir 2008 Value $25.00 Mr. John W. Lawrence Jr. & Mrs. Kelly Lawrence

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One Bottle Andrew Rich Vintner Willamette Valley Pinot Noir 2007 Andrew Rich's flagship Pinot is a selection of the most balanced, complex and harmonious barrels in the cellar. The red-fruited elegance of the vintage dominates in a wine that should drink well over the next three to five years. It is light in body but deep in sweet red and dark berry flavor, with a refreshingly bitter cherry skin quality adding grip. It finishes with a strong echo of cherry and very good clinging persistence. Willamette Valley, Oregon One Bottle Andrew Rich Vintner Willamette Valley Pinot Noir 2007 Value $35.00 Mr. & Mrs. Jon M. & Peyton E. Callahan

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One Bottle La Crema Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2008 This vintage opens with rich cherry notes, punctuated by sweet tobacco and orange peel tones. With the first sip, a mouth-watering jammy quality is immediately evident, with fresh cherry flavors joined by orange peel and tea leaves. A lovely balanced acidity and sturdy tannins round out the mouth. Sonoma, CA One Bottle La Crema Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2008 Value $23.00 Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey J. & Lisa Wissink

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Smoke Gets In Your Eyes The seductive nose of the 2008 Southing exhibits clove, dusty blueberry, cola, violets and hint of pineapple guava. Santa Barbara County, CA One Bottle Sea Smoke Southing Pinot Noir 2008 Value $76.00 Mr. & Mrs. Dustan R. & Lynn M. Beier

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Two Bottles David Bruce Sonoma County Pinot Noir DB Select 2008 David Bruce does a wonderful job channeling the coastal coolness into an elegant wine. Scents of cherries and cranberries with soft floral notes, spicy cinnamon and exotic vanilla aromas give way to a round palate with cherry and plum fruit flavors. Fine tannins, pecan and orange zest notes give depth and structure that linger on the wine's finish. While drinking nicely now, it should evolve gracefully for up to five years. Sonoma, CA Two Bottles David Bruce Sonoma County Pinot Noir DB Select 2008 Value $50.00 Mr. & Mrs. John R. & Andrea L. Garber

615.

One Bottle Wild Horse Pinot Noir 2008 Aromas of black cherry, rosewater and cinnamon followed by a silky, smooth mouthful. Central Coast, CA One Bottle Wild Horse Pinot Noir 2008 Value $20.00 Mr. & Mrs. James H. & Jane G. Goodrich

616.

One Bottle Laetitia Estate Pinot Noir Arroyo Grande Valley 2008 The aromatics show red fruits with earthen spice of cola. Elegant flavors translate to the palate with pomegranate and bright Bing cherries. This wine finishes with mouth-watering rhubarb and texture of velvet with a touch of smoke. Arroyo Grande Valley, CA One Bottle Laetitia Estate Pinot Noir Arroyo Grande Valley 2008 Value $20.00 Mr. & Mrs. James H. & Jane G. Goodrich

617.

One Bottle Belle Glos Meiomi Pinot Noir 2008 Deep garnet color. Luxurious and dynamic aromas of ripe strawberry, bright cherry and faint notes of spicy oak and vanilla. The complexity of the palate smoothly layers rich red currant notes and baking spice flavors with light smoke, earth and leather. A balanced, velvety texture and supple tannins carry the wine through to a lingering, succulent finish. This Belle Glos pinot, an excellent value, is made by the Wagner family, maker of Caymus and other fine wines. Sonoma, CA. One Bottle Belle Glos Meiomi Pinot Noir California 2008 Value $20.00 Mr. & Mrs. Clinton E. & Tania O. Cameron

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One Bottle Napa Cellars Napa Valley Pinot Noir 2007 This seductive Pinot Noir is delicate yet intensely fruity and filled out with lots of rich oak, root-beer-like spice and scant touches of violets in its aromas, following with flavors of strawberry, cherry and sweet spice and oak. It is supple in feel and neatly balanced with just the right degree of fine-grained tannins for aging a few years. Rating: 90 pts CG. Napa Valley, CA One Bottle Napa Cellars Napa Valley Pinot Noir 2007 Value $19.00 Mr. & Mrs. Robert L. & Breda R. Rugai

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One Bottle Saint Gregory Pinot Noir Mendocino 2007 This Pinot Noir is burgundian in style; dark purple garnet in color with rich, full and attractive aromas/flavors of ripe black cherries, toasty oak and hints of earth. Ripe tannins, soft acidity and a velvety mouth-feel produce a luscious wine. Delicious companions with this wine are duck with dried cherries, sage-roasted double pork chops with stuffing, and roasted lamb with Mediterranean vegetables. Mendocino County, CA One Bottle Saint Gregory Pinot Noir Mendocino 2007 Value $17.00 Mr. & Mrs. Robert L. & Breda R. Rugai

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One Bottle Melville Pinot Noir Estate 2008 Terrific raspberry and blackberry fruit intermixed with some boysenberry and underbrush notes jump from the glass of this deep ruby/purple-tinged wine. Medium to full-bodied, it is seriously packed with silky tannins and good vibrancy and delineation. This is an impressive wine made for those loving more of the black raspberry/boysenberry character of Pinot. It should drink well for 5-6 years. Per Robert Parker, these wines represent sensational bargains for top-notch wines. Rating: 91 pts WA. Central Coast, CA One Bottle Melville Pinot Noir Estate 2008 Value $31.00 Mr. & Mrs. John F. & Ellen E. Engel

621.

One Bottle Ransom Cattrall Vineyard Oregon Pinot Noir 2008 Polished, elegant and deftly balanced to let the gorgeous rose petal â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;accented currant and plum fruit float easily over well-buffed tannins, all of it lingering effortlessly. Oregon Tilth Certified Grower. Drink now through 2018. Only 800 cases made. Rating: 91 pts WS. Oregon. One Bottle Ransom Cattrall Vineyard Oregon Pinot Noir 2008 Value $30.00 Mr. & Mrs. Patrick M. & Lori C. Hardiman

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The French Connection This award winning winery is quintessential France. From the Languedoc region, The French house wines balance tradition with modern and innovative wine making resulting in intense fruitiness and accessibility. C'est bon! France. Six Bottles Vin De Pays d'Oc "The French house" Pinot Noir 2008 Value $100.00 Mr. & Mrs. Kevin & Rebecca L. Marquardt

623.

Your Beaux Friend Called Light in color and body, this is deftly balanced to let the gorgeous raspberry, cherry and espresso flavors emerge easily and waft through the long, expressive finish, remarkably without much weight. Impressive for its style and refinement. Drink now through 2018. Rating: 93 pts WS. Oregon. One Bottle Beaux Frères Oregon Pinot Noir 2008 One Bottle Beaux Frères Ribbon Ridge Oregon Pinot Noir 2008 Value $160.00 Nicholas & Jaime Christopher Mr. & Mrs. Patrick M. & Lori C. Hardiman

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One Bottle Mirassou Pinot Noir 2008 Offering intense flavors of cherry and plum with delicate floral notes and hints of vanilla. California One Bottle Mirassou Pinot Noir 2008 Value $12.00 Second Grade Cocktail Party

625.

One Bottle Chateau Benoit Oregon Pinot Noir 2006 Now known as Anne Amie Vineyards when Chateau Benoit exchanged hands, this Oregon Pinot from the Willamette Valley is filled with aromas of spices and fresh black raspberries. The ultimate food wine, this Pinot Noir is a brilliant match for any fare from traditional Northwest cuisine, such as cedar-planked salmon or wild mushroom soup, to smoked or grilled meats even just a great burger and truffle fries. Oregon. One Bottle Chateau Benoit Oregon Pinot Noir 2006 Value $15.00 Mr. Frank D. Muscarello Sr. & Mrs. Stacy L. Muscarello

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One Bottle Irony Wine Pinot Noir Monterey California 2006 This Monterey Pinot Noir offers a balance of heady fruit notes and savory characteristics. Layers of sweet cherry, fresh raspberries, cola and earthy mushrooms make up the profile in this medium-bodied wine, with a lingering finish. Enjoy this wine with lamb, grilled seafood, salads, roast duck or chicken, pasta and cheese. Monterey, CA One Bottle Irony Wine Pinot Noir Monterey California 2006 Value $18.00 Mr. Frank D. Muscarello Sr. & Mrs. Stacy L. Muscarello

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One Bottle Sineann Pinot Noir Oregon 2007 Silky in texture and fragrant with berry. There's a sense of elegance in the way this plays out its cream-accented blackberry and cherry flavors, persisting gently on the polished finish. Drink now through 2014. 90 Points Wine Spectator. Oregon One Bottle Sineann Pinot Noir Oregon 2007 Value $32.00 Mr. Frank D. Muscarello Sr. & Mrs. Stacy L. Muscarello

628.

One Bottle Ata Rangi Martinborough Pinot Noir New Zealand 2008 Lauded, awarded and highly rated by all (97 pts-Aust. WBM). This wine arguably has the best track record of any Southern Hemisphere pinot noir. This release is an intense but elegant pinot which shows perfumed dark cherry and rose petal aromas. The palate is long, fine and silky in the manner of a good Burgundy, but this wine is a style all of its own. Cellar 510 years. New Zealand. One Bottle Ata Rangi Martinborough Pinot Noir New Zealand 2008 Value $40.00 Mr. & Mrs. Perry & Jennifer F. Pinto

629.

Three Bottles Babcock Vineyards Pinot Noir Rita's Earth California 2008 A luscious pinot, garnet color in the glass, clear hue throughout. Nose of thatch, potpourri and berries with bursting flavors of berries and cherries. Medium acidity, medium tannins, medium body. Three bottles of this great food wine makes for a perfect dinner party. California. Three Bottles Babcock Vineyards Pinot Noir Rita's Earth California 2008 Value $60.00 Mr. & Mrs. James P. & Cynthia D. Patti

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One Bottle La Crema Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2008 This medium-bodied, crisp 2008 Pinot Noir is a straightforward, light rubycolored Pinot displaying tart pomegranate and cherry fruit intermixed with notions of herbs and underbrush. It is ideal for quaffing over the next 2-4 years. Sonoma, CA One Bottle La Crema Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2008 Value $20.00 Mr. John Satalic & Ms. Diane Aigotti

631.

Angel Food Cake One Bottle Cakebread Cellars Anderson Valley Pinot Noir 2006 The 2006 Anderson Valley Pinot Noir is masculine in style with ripe, dense aromas of blackcurrant, black plum and spicy brambleberry fruit mingled with dark chocolate and roast coffee scents. On the palate, the wine is big, rich and concentrated with intense, spicy black fruit and dark chocolate flavors bolstered by ripe, mouth-coating tannins. Delicious with hearty fare, this Pinot Noir is perfect to enjoy now! California. One Bottle Cakebread Cellars Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley 2009 Cakebread's 2009 Sauvignon Blanc pleases all palates with its bright, sunkissed aromas of fresh guava, grapefruit, lime and mineral, with hints of honeydew melon and golden apple. On the palate, brisk grapefruit, guava, melon and lemon-lime flavors display a mouthwatering verve, with hints of pineapple and kiwi fruit on the long, refreshing finish. While this classic Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc makes a wonderful aperitif wine, it also is delightful with a wide range of foods. Enjoy! Napa Valley, CA. One Bottle Cakebread Cellars Anderson Valley Pinot Noir 2006 One Bottle Cakebread Cellars Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley 2009 Value $85.00 Mr. and Mrs. Patrick T. Chambliss Mr. James F. Kosciolek & Ms. Jeanine L. O'Brien

632.

One Bottle Kendall-Jackson Vintner's Reserve Pinot Noir 2008 This dark ruby colored Pinot from KJ is a pleasant offering. It opens with a fragrant boysenberry and black raspberry bouquet. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, balanced, approachable, and slightly juicy. The flavor profile is a toasted oak influenced wine that also displays a blend of black raspberry and black cherry fruit. The finish is dry and its mild spicy tannins linger slightly. This is a Pinot that will appeal to individuals who like oak styled (Old World) Pinot. California. One Bottle Kendall-Jackson Vintner's Reserve Pinot Noir 2008 Value $22.00

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One Bottle Francis Coppola Diamond Collection Pinot Noir 2008 The Monterey vineyards where our Pinot Noir grapes are grown offer ideal sun exposure, which ensures ripe fruit for us to make a rich, complex, fruit-driven wine. Seductive aromas of plum and spice lead to black cherry, currant, and strawberry flavors, a plush texture, and an elegant finish. Central Coast, CA. One Bottle Francis Coppola Diamond Collection Pinot Noir 2008 Value $19.00

634.

One Bottle Blackstone Winemaker's Select Pinot Noir 2009 The cool climate of Monterey County lets these grapes ripen slowly, intensifying their bright cherry, jammy berry, and black tea-infused flavors. The texture of the wine is silky smooth, with a soft and delicate finish. California One Bottle Blackstone Winemaker's Select Pinot Noir 2009 Value $12.00 Kindergarten Cocktail Party

635.

One Bottle Siduri Pinot Noir 2008 Berry, briery notes intermixed with notions of cinnamon, forest floor, and spice box. Fruit-forward, delicious, meant to be drunk during first 3-5 years of life. Sonoma Coast, CA One Bottle Siduri Pinot Noir 2008 Value $25.00 Mr. Francis J. Oelerich III & Mrs. Mary S. Oelerich

636.

Two Bottles Hill of Content Pinot Noir 2006 This dark red pinot noir gives smoky cherry and dark berry aromas, juicy and gently sweet cherry/berry flavors on the palate, supple texture and no rough edges. With a cherry finish that is plump, gently sweet and persistent, this wine is on the rich side of pinot and a good match for a peppery piece of grilled meat. Australia. Two Bottles Hill of Content Pinot Noir 2006 Value $40.00 Mr. & Mrs. John H. & Betsy S. Morgan

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One Bottle Siduri Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2008 This delicious Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir is medium ruby in color; provides deep, complex, spicy and earthy aromas; loads of deep, rich, silky plum, raspberry and black cherry flavors, medium to full body; good structure and balance; long finish. Drinking well over the next 3-4 years. Rating: 90 pts - Wine Advocate. One Bottle Siduri Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2008 Value $25.00 Mr. & Mrs. John J. & Christine A. Keich

638.

One Bottle Andrew Rich Vintner Pinot Noir 2007 Light in body but deep in sweet red and dark berry flavors, with a refreshing bitter cherry skin quality adding grip. Finishes with a strong echo of cherry band very good clinging persistence. Oregon. One Bottle Andrew Rich Vintner Pinot Noir 2007 Value $35.00 Mr. & Mrs. Rod L. & Jona Y. Penner

639.

One Bottle Penner Ash Willamette Valley Pinot Noir 2007 Full body wine. Dark cherry fruit flavors with notes of cola, licorice and vanilla. A delicious wine with a long finish. Willamette Valley, OR One Bottle Penner-Ash Willamette Valley Pinot Noir 2007 Value $70.00 Mr. & Mrs. Haim M. & Courtney J. Brody

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French Red 700.

La Crau Package Dark ruby/purple color followed by notions of the sushi seaweed wrapper, nori, interwoven with incense, lavender, pepper, and copious quantities of black cherry and raspberry fruit. Medium to full-bodied, with moderate tannin, and good structure as well as depth, this wine will benefit from 3-4 years of bottle age, and should keep for 15 or more years. France One Bottle Domaine du Vieux Telegraphe "La Crau" Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2006 Two Bottles Domaine du Vieux Telegraphe "La Crau" Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2008 Value $197.00 Mr. David J. DuRoss & Dr. Nancy A. Hammond Mr. & Mrs. Perry & Jennifer F. Pinto

701.

One Bottle Domaine Humbert Freres Gevrey-Chambertin Vieilles Vignes Red Burgundy Cote-D'Or France 2008 This Old Vines burgundy is delightful, confident and complete, yet discreetly elegant, filled with the complexity and grace that marks the finest red Burgundy wines. The deep ruby color and smoky aromas of black tea and forest floor give way to a great focus and concentration on the palate, with great terroir transparency, stony elegance, balanced tannins and a savory length. Burgundy, France One Bottle Domaine Humbert Freres Gevrey-Chambertin Vieilles Vignes Red Burgundy Cote-D'Or France 2008 Value $49.00 Mr. & Dr. Paul & Valerie Goodrich

702.

One Bottle Lapierre Morgon 2009 A vibrant light ruby in the glass with lifted floral red fruit, fine tannins and crisp acidity. It is bright, refreshing and elegant, unmistakably Gamay in its flavour profile but reminiscent of very good red Burgundy in its structure. Rhone, France One Bottle Lapierre Morgon 2009 Value $18.00 Tomasz Dalecki & Maria Rivera

703.

Three Bottles Domaine De Beaurenard Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rhone France 2007 91 Points, Wine Spectator - Fresh and forward, with rounded texture and slightly jammy notes of plum, fig and blackberry fruit laid softly over a mineral streak. Open and juicy through the finish, picking up blueberry and fruitcake hints that balance the forward fruit. Rhone, France. Three Bottles Domaine De Beaurenard Chateauneuf-du-Pape Rhone France 2007 Value $120.00 Mr. and Mrs. Jerome R. Weitzel

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Two Bottles Oriel Courant Syrah 2005 Ripe cherry and blackcurrant with overtones of nutmeg and cinnamon. Bold dark berries with sweet tannins and a delicate finish. Rhone Valley, France Two Bottles Oriel Courant Syrah 2005 Value $32.00 Thomas & Cheri Hubbard

705.

One Bottle Domaine Les Aphillanthes 2007 Good, full-bodied, drinkable, with a fine earthliness. Spicy plumes with a bit of herbs. Soft on the tannins and acidity. Good with lamb. Rhone, France. One Bottle Domaine Les Aphillanthes 2007 Value $20.00 Mr. & Mrs. James F. & Terese M. Brady

706.

One Bottle Gevrey-Chambertin Rossignol Trapet 2005 This vineyard is doing everything right and everything is done by hand including having the same team to pick the grapes every year. The farming is biodynamic and the transferring and racking is all done by gravity so as not to shock the wine. This French wine is from the finest part, a section located just below the Grand Cru Mazis. The fruit here is really spicy and it gears up in the glass to show an intoxicating mĂŠlange of red fruits, brown spice, clove and a little mineral. Filigreed and just plain pretty, this is an engaging example of Gevrey. Really impressive! France. One Bottle Gevrey-Chambertin Rossignol Trapet 2005 Value $55.00 Mr. & Mrs. Rahul J. & Natalie B. Danak

707.

One Bottle Philippe Girard Savigny-les Beaune Vielles Vignes 2005 Red berry, spice and earth notes on an elegant frame. Bright and shored up with integrated tannins. France. One Bottle Philippe Girard Savigny-les Beaune Vielles Vignes 2005 Value $43.00 Mr. & Mrs. Rahul J. & Natalie B. Danak

708.

One Bottle Les Pallieres Gigondas Les Racines 2007 Very lush, with velvety-textured fig, currant paste and melted red licorice notes that glide along, while hints of Black Forest cake and hoisin sauce weave in and out. France One Bottle Les Pallieres Gigondas Les Racines 2007 Value $36.00 Mr. & Mrs. George W. & Kimberly M. Ruhana

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One Bottle Domaine Gradassi Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2006 Rich strawberry and red cherry tones in ChĂ&#x201A;teauneuf with complicating notes of herbs and lavender. Notes of game, leather and tar. France One Bottle Domaine Gradassi Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2006 Value $37.00 Mr. & Mrs. George W. & Kimberly M. Ruhana

710.

One Bottle Michel & Stephane Ogier Cote-Rotie 2001 Nuanced aromas of raspberry, spices, mint, fresh herbs, pepper, leather and wood smoke. Fat and sweet in the mouth. Classic Cote-Rotie. France One Bottle Michel & Stephane Ogier Cote-Rotie France 2001 Value $85.00 Mr. & Mrs. Steven Q. & Michele M. Sparks

711.

One Bottle Domaine Philippe Naddef Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru-"Les Cazetiers" 2002 One Bottle Domaine Philippe Naddef Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru-"Les Cazetiers" Burgundy 2002 Value $75.00 Mr. & Mrs. Steven Q. & Michele M. Sparks

712.

Two Bottles Yon Saint-Martin 2005 Two Bottles Chateau Yon Saint-Martin 2005 Value $56.00 Mr. & Mrs. James & Maria Carr

713.

Two Bottles Saint-Julien Chateau Branaire-Ducru Bordeau Grand Cru 2004 Possessing the finest aromatics of all the 2004 St.-Juliens, Branaire Ducru offers complex licorice, cranberry, boysenberry, and floral notes interwoven with notions of plums and figs with elegant, crisp acidity. This dark ruby/purpletinged, medium-bodied, elegant effort offers sweet fruit as well as ripe, wellintegrated tannins and outstanding depth. Drink now thru 2033. Rating: 90-92 Wine Advocate. France. Two Bottles Saint-Julien Chateau Branaire-Ducru Bordeau Grand Cru 2004 Value $66.00 Mr. & Mrs. Steven E. & Julie O. Ehrlich Gregory & Julie Gillespie

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One Bottle Domaine Coste-Caumartin Pommard 1er Cru 1998 One Bottle Domaine Coste-Caumartin Pommard 1er Cru 1998 Value $47.00 Dr. Jah-Won Koo & Dr. Jenny K. Lee

715.

One Bottle Domaine Constant-Duquesnoy Vinsobres Rhone France 2007 A terrific wine in the southern Rhone, this blend of 65% Grenache and 35% Syrah from the cool-climate village of Vinsobres possesses an inky/ruby/purple color as well as black cherry, black currant, underbrush, forest floor, and crushed rock-like aromas and flavors. It is medium to full-bodied and pure with good acidity and a long finish. Enjoy it over the next 5-7 years. Rating: 90-92 WA. Rhone, France. One Bottle Domaine Constant-Duquesnoy Vinsobres Rhone France 2007 Value $20.00 Mr. & Mrs. Thomas J. & Catherine L. Kinder

716.

One Bottle Nuits-Saint-Georges aux Boudots 2006 Red Burgundy Table Wine This wine is very typical of the appellation Vosne-Romanee. Its roundness, its fleshy plumpness, its discreet but effective structure are solid components. Its great maturity and its balance go hand in hand with its dark fruit color and floral and mineral flavors. France. One Bottle Nuits-Saint-Georges aux Boudots 2006 Red Burgundy Table Wine Value $109.00 Mr. & Mrs. Enrico A. & Karen A. Manzari

717.

One Bottle Domaine Palon Vacqueyras Red Rhone 2007 This stellar vintage Vacqueyras (a blend of 75% Grenache, 16% Mourvedre, and 9% Syrah) has deep ruby/purple color, followed by aromas of black currants, black cherries, licorice, smoky roasted herbs and meat. This full-bodied, succulent Provencal wine will drink well over the next 5-6 years. Rating: 90-93 WA. France One Bottle Domaine Palon Vacqueyras Red Rhone 2007 Value $25.00 Dean & Natalia Martinez

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One Bottle Domaine de Pellehaute Harmonie de Gascogne 2007 Made with 40% Ugni Blanc, 20% Gros Manseng, 20% Colombard, 15% Chardonnay and 5% Sauvignon Blanc. Red grapefruit, citrus fruits and an intriguing herbal note make for an ideal flavor combination. The wine sees no malolactic fermentation, which helps guard its acidity and make it especially refreshing. France. One Bottle Domaine de Pellehaute Harmonie de Gascogne 2007 Value $10.00 Kindergarten Cocktail Party

720.

Two Bottles (magnums) Domaine du Vieux Telegraphe Chateauneuf-du-Pape "La Crau" Rhone Blend 2006 This French Red Rhone blend presents a very grippy style, with lots of sweet tapenade, tobacco, hot stone and braised chestnut notes weaving through a core of dark currant and fig fruit and honey notes and a velvety texture. There's a nice twinge of lavender on the smooth, juicy and long finish. Best from 2010 through 2028. Ratings: 92-IWC, 93-WS, 92-WA France. Two Bottles (magnums) Domaine du Vieux Telegraphe Chateauneuf-duPape "La Crau" Rhone Blend 2006 Value $280.00 Mr. Douglas J. Reichl & Ms. Erin M. Schertler

721.

One Bottle Domaine Chandon de Briailles Corton "Les ressandes" Grand Cru Burgundy 2005 In this very special bottle of Red Burgundy, the nose is more elegant though more reserved with refined red pinot fruit and obvious minerality that continues on to the sweet, rich, precise and firm flavors that possess good vibrancy and excellent finishing punch and length. This is very firmly structured and crafted in an understated, built to age style. Ratings: 92 Burghound France. One Bottle Domaine Chandon de Briailles Corton "Les ressandes" Grand Cru Burgundy 2005 Value $95.00 Mr. Douglas J. Reichl & Ms. Erin M. Schertler

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One Bottle Vincent Girardin Volnay 1er Cru Les Caillerets Burgundy 2005 This French burgundy shows deep red-ruby color; black cherry, black raspberry, minerals, bitter chocolate, cinnamon, leather and smoke on the nose giving way to a palate that is sappy, pure and sweet, with compelling energy and freshness to the strawberry, chocolate oak and spicy flavors. This captivating wine is at once dense and weightless, and perfumed on the lingering finish. Rating: 93 IWC Cote-D’Or, France. One Bottle Vincent Girardin Volnay 1er Cru Les Caillerets Burgundy 2005 Value $85.00 Mr. Douglas J. Reichl & Ms. Erin M. Schertler

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One Bottle Chateau Redortier Gigondas 2003 Owner Etienne de Menthon is not a native of the area, but lives with his wife in the hills above the tiny hamlet of Suzette. Menthon’s wines, though based mainly on Grenache, are notable for a high proportion (40% or more) of Syrah and for not seeing any wood. France. One Bottle Chateau Redortier Gigondas 2003 Value $35.00 Mr. and Mrs. John J. Ahearne

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That's Amore One Bottle Amarone della Valpolicelli D.O.C. Classico 2004 Dark berries with hints of bitter almonds. Soft, rich and velvety. Italy. One Bottle Borgo Scopeto Chianti Classico 2007 Chianti Classico is both a zone and a set of rules that define a style of wine made primarily with the Sangiovese grape. This wine is by a lesser-known producer, which explains the lower price, but don't let that fool you. A simple, but appetiteinducing wine. Medium-light texture, relaxed: a fast and worthy friend. Sienna, Italy. One Bottle Vitanza Brunello Di Montalcino 2004 Rich and exciting. This is a medium full-bodied wine. Aromas of black fruit and oak, with a hint of fresh mushroom, follow through to a firm, full-bodied palate, picking up a clean vanilla note on the finish. Tuscany, Italy. One Bottle Borgo Scopeto Chianti Classico 2007 One Bottle Vitanza Brunello Di Montalcino 2004 One Bottle Amarone della Valpolicelli D.O.C. Classico 2004 Value $107.00 Mr. & Mrs. John R. & Jenifer Coletta Mr. & Mrs. John J. & Kelly A. Waller

801.

One Bottle La Quercia Montepulciano D'Abbruzzo Medium-bodied, fruity. A gorgeous deep ruby red color, with big plums and a hint of earthiness on the nose. The palate follows through with bright red fruits, a good acidity and structure, and a smooth, almost silky mouthful. Expressive and balanced. Delightful for everyday enjoyment. Perfect with pasta, white meat or fresh cheese. Montepulciano D'Abruzzo, Italy. One Bottle La Quercia Montepulciano D'Abbruzzo Value $12.00 Mr. & Mrs. John J. & Kelly A. Waller

802.

One Bottle Piazzo Barbaresco Riserva 2004 Reminiscent of vanilla, cinnamon and green peppers. Full, dry, persistent, harmoniously balanced and refined layers of fruit and soft tannins. Italy One Bottle Piazzo Barbaresco Riserva 2004 Value $43.00 David & Julie Vennetti

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One Bottle, Two Bottles, Three Bottles, Four The estate's 2004 Cannonau di Sardegna Riserva possesses a delicate core of ripe fruit and an ethereal, understated personality. Drink now. Italy. Four Bottles Sella & Mosca Cannonau Di Sardegna Riserva DOC Sardinia Italy 2004 Value $50.00 Mr. Frank D. Muscarello Sr. & Mrs. Stacy L. Muscarello

804.

One Bottle Marchesi Torrigiani Guidaccio 2004 Pleasing on the palate, this wine offers hints of berry, red currant, mineral and fine tannins. It possesses a medium finish. It is both drinkable yet complex. Italy. One Bottle Marchesi Torrigiani Guidaccio 2004 Value $20.00 Mr. & Mrs. Douglas R. & Jacqueline N. Amacher

805.

Viva Italia! One Bottle Brunello di Montalcino Castello Banfi 2003 Shows clean blueberry pie and floral aromas and flavors on a full-bodied palate, with fine tannins and a tight finish. Hints of oak and cherry. Clean and carefully constructed. Italy. One Bottle Tenuta Vitanza Brunello di Montalcino 2004 Loads of crushed berries and spices, as well as hints of leather and flowers. Fullbodied, with soft and silky tannins and a long finish of sweet fruit. Rich and exciting. Italy One Bottle Brunello di Montalcino Castello Banfi 2003 This is a gorgeous Brunello endowed with notable clarity and depth in its red fruit, licorice, tobacco and herbs. High-toned flowers and subtle herbs linger on the delicate finish. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2025. Montalcino, Italy. One Bottle Brunello di Montalcino Castello Banfi 2003 One Bottle Conti Costanti Brunello Di Montalcino 2005 One Bottle Tenuta Vitanza Brunello di Montalcino 2004 Value $148.00 Mr. & Mrs. Douglas R. & Jacqueline N. Amacher Mr. Christopher Kiergan & Ms. Kristina Pauley Mr. & Mrs. Jay & Christine A. Poorman

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One Bottle Sella & Mosca Terrerare Carignano Del Sulcis Riserva 2005 In Italy and elsewhere in Europe, wine connoisseurs and industry professionals rate Sella & Mosca among Italy's most outstanding wine estates. This wine offers fascinating and complex notes of plums, cherries and cardamom. Sardinia Region, Italy. One Bottle Sella & Mosca Terrerare Carignano Del Sulcis Riserva 2005 Value $26.00 Mr. & Mrs. Thomas A. & Kymberly K. Marrinson

807.

One Bottle Giacomo Grimaldi Barolo 2006 The Giacomo Grimaldi Barolo 2006 has nuances of dark fruit, menthol and spices which emerge from each glass with precision in acidity and structure. This is a classic vintage and is essential for your cellar! Italy. One Bottle Giacomo Grimaldi Barolo 2006 Value $43.00 Mr. Michael J. Iannelli and Ms. Pamela M. Butler

808.

One Bottle Gaja Ca'Marcanda Promis 2007 Bright and fruity with a jammy nose. Full to medium-bodied, with medium chewy tannins and a firm finish. A delightful wine, which combines the elegance and suppleness of Merlot and Syrah with the austerity of Sangiovese. Italy One Bottle Gaja Ca'Marcanda Promis 2007 Value $56.00 Mr. Michael J. Iannelli and Ms. Pamela M. Butler

809.

One Bottle Tommasi "Ripasso" Valpolicella 2008 One Bottle Tommasi "Ripasso" Valpolicella 2008 Value $29.00 Mr. & Mrs. Richard P. & Jane E. Scully

810.

One Bottle Sessantanni Primitivo di Manduria 2006 One Bottle Sessantanni Primitivo di Manduria 2006 Value $42.00 Mr. & Mrs. Timothy D. & Elizabeth A. Devine

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Quattro Caparzo Brunello Di Montalcino 2005 The 2005 Brunello di Montalcino, D.O.C. is dark in profile, and a sweet, Pinotlike bouquet leads to perfumed black cherries, spices, licorice and tobacco. This mid-weight, elegant and graceful Brunello offers gorgeous balance, with an expressive core of fruit that flows through to a long, refined close. &The 2005 is one of best versions of this wine I have tasted in some time" per WA reviewer in April, 2010. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2020. Rating: 92 Wine Advocate. Tuscany, Italy. One Bottle Caparzo Brunello Di Montalcino 2005 One Bottle Caparzo Brunello Di Montalcino 2005 One Bottle Caparzo Brunello Di Montalcino 2005 One Bottle Caparzo Brunello Di Montalcino 2005 Value $140.00 Gregory & Julie Gillespie Mr. Kuaku O. Kwakye & Ms. Angelina Kubi Mr. & Mrs. Alain G. & Laura L. LeCoque Mr. & Mrs. John J. & Kelly A. Waller

812.

One Bottle Ruffino Chianti D.O.C.G. 2002 This ruby red blend (90% Sangiovese, 10% other varieties) features a deliciously vinous bouquet, where the floral and fruity notes lead toward a finish of slightly spicy scents of white pepper and hazelnuts. Medium-bodied, Chianti Ruffino is pleasantly fruity, harmonious and persistent. Italy. One Bottle Ruffino Chianti D.O.C.G. 2002 Value $12.00 Mr. Frank D. Muscarello Sr. & Mrs. Stacy L. Muscarello

813.

Three Bottles Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Avignonesi 2007 Dark red with a pale rim. Youthful, concentrated aromas of red cherry, blueberry, tar and dried herbs. Dark fruit and musky herbal tones play well off each other, leaving a sweet, creamy impression. Finishes moderately long, with a tarry nuance and a trace of heat. Italy Two Bottles Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Avignonesi 2007 One Bottle Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Avignonesi 2007 Value $75.00 Onna Jones Mr. Arthur J. McColgan II & Mrs. Susan A. McColgan

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Other Red 900.

Chimney Rock Rocks This Bordeaux-style blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc is complex, mingling cherry, blackberry and cassis fruit with notes of violets, dried spices and black olives. Its full-bodied and supple, with rich, fine tannins that taper off gently on the finish. Rating: 91 WS. Napa Valley, California One Bottle Chimney Rock Winery "Elevage" Red Blend Napa Valley 2003 Value $80.00 Mr. & Mrs. Ryan & Elizabeth Garino

901.

One Bottle M. Coz Meritage 2006 This wine is bottled unfined and unfiltered. Rich and broad on the palate, spiced with pepper and a touch of clove. Big in the mouth with a long finish. It should develop over the next 8-10 years and age gracefully for an additional 10 years. Napa Valley. One Bottle M. Coz Meritage 2006 Value $125.00 Mr. Brian J. Massengill & Ms. Ramona M. Curtis

902.

Two Bottles Veramonte Primus 2007 Deep, dark opaque garnet color. Aromas of exotic spice, toast and hints of tobacco and mint. Ripe red and dark berry fruit with spicy notes. Round midpalate with elegant yet powerful tannins. "The 2007 Primus is a glass-coating opaque purple with aromas of tar, licorice, pepper, blackcurrant, and blueberry. Youthful, structured, and balanced, it will evolve for 5-7 years and offer prime drinking from 2015 to 2025." The Wine Advocate (90 Points) Chile. Two Bottles Veramonte Primus 2007 Value $40.00 Mr. Van Perrine & Ms. Jan Farnsworth

903.

One Magnum Olson Ogden Stagecoach Vineyard Syrah 2007 "The color is a deep black cherry and opaque. In the nose there are hints of leather, violets, white pepper and a slight hint of mocha. This wine is full bodied with excellent balance, great structure. The tanins are like liquid velvet. There is great complexity and layers of flavor followed by a long, lingering finish. This wine will really show its best in 5 to 10 years." Tim Olsen, Winemaker Napa Valley, CA One Magnum Olson Ogden Stagecoach Vineyard Syrah 2007 Value $135.00

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One Bottle Groundwork Grenache 2007 The Groundwork Grenache has copious amounts of red cherry fruit, some spice notes and a smooth easy finish. Santa Barbara County, CA One Bottle Groundwork Grenache 2007 Value $25.00 Mr. & Mrs. David A. & Virginia S. Hiteshew

905.

One Bottle D&S Proprietary Red Wine California 2007 This Gold Medal winning wine awarded from the San Diego International Wine Competition is a beautiful bordeaux blend with black cherry, white smoke and green peppercorn notes. Enjoy with a hearty meal! California. One Bottle D&S Proprietary Red Wine California 2007 Value $25.00 Anne Lanser

906.

One Bottle Circa Requisite 2008 Fruity, but basically dry, with cherry and a nice amount of spice - cinnamon and clove dominating. Leelanau Peninsula, Michigan One Bottle Circa Requisite 2008 Value $68.00 Mr. and Mrs. Daniel D. Bayston

907.

One Bottle Rutherford Hill Rose 2007 This Napa Valley rose is a blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc grapes, with an aroma of strawberries and plums with hits of vanilla and honey. Full bodied with bright acidity and flavors of strawberries, plums and a hint of spice. Napa Valley. One Bottle Rutherford Hill Rose 2007 Value $22.00 Mr. & Mrs. Gabriel M. & Beth C. Rodriguez

908.

One Magnum Two Angels High Valley Petite Sirah 2005 The 2005 Two Angels Petite Sirah is "dark as the night" and boasts savory aromas of dark berry, violets, pomegranate, tamarind and roasted game. Abundant fruit flavors are nicely integrated with toasted oak and roasted coffee undertones. High Valley, CA One Magnum Two Angels High Valley Petite Sirah 2005 Value $45.00 Mr. & Mrs. Tyler E. & Victoria K. Ginn

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One Bottle Betts & Scholl Black Betty Shiraz 2007 Pungent, heady aromas of black raspberry, cola, incense and potpourri. Notes of patchouli and star anise coming up with air. Taut and focused, offering spicy red and dark berry flavors and a strong suggestion of cracked pepper. Barossa Valley, Australia One Bottle Betts & Scholl Black Betty Shiraz 2007 Value $75.00 Mr. David J. DuRoss & Dr. Nancy A. Hammond

910.

One Bottle Bodegas Arrocal Ribera del Duero 2007 Opaque ruby. Potent mulberry and blueberry aromas expand seductively, picking up baking spice and floral qualities. Suave, silky and impressively pure, with vibrant dark berry flavors saved from the brink of jamminess by bright acidity and fine-grained tannins. Impressively juicy and persistent, with excellent palate saturation and clarity. Spain One Bottle Bodegas Arrocal Ribera del Duero 2007 Value $17.00

911.

One Bottle Owen Roe Abbot's Table 2009 Introductory wine from Pacific Northwest producer Owen Roe. Fruit forward with blackberries, currants and hint of smoke. Drinks well when opened and gains depth over 30-40 minutes. Willamette Valley, Oregon One Bottle Owen Roe Abbot's Table 2009 Value $25.00 Mr. & Mrs. Mark J. & Mary G. Fedorak

912.

Two Bottles Gran Calero Monastrell 2008 Deep blackish-ruby in the glass. Intense cassis and blackberry aromas, with notes of plum, leather and spice. Full of dark fruit flavor, layered with clove, cinnamon and toasty oak. Spain. Two Bottles Gran Calero Monastrell 2008 Value $26.00 Mr. & Mrs. James A. & Jodi M. Larson

913.

One Bottle Walla Walla Vintners Cabernet Franc 2008 Light herbal notes along with chocolate and touches of pepper. Rich on the palate with abundant tart cherry flavors. Columbia Valley, WA One Bottle Walla Walla Vintners Cabernet Franc 2008 Value $32.00 Mr. Peter J. Moutvic and Ms. Lisa Donoghue

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One Bottle Amethyst Nebbiolo 2003 The Vinalia (Nebbiolo) is a Napa Valley wine that resembles a classical Italian hillside wine like Barolo. Red and black cherries and plums with hints of orange zest, notes of licorice and olive and a lengthy, dry, barely earthy finish. Napa Valley, CA. One Bottle Amethyst Nebbiolo 2003 Value $27.00 Mr. & Mrs. Thomas A. & Kymberly K. Marrinson

915.

An Even Half Dozen Shiny red cherry color of medium structure with purple reflections. Intense aromas of ripe red fruit (blueberry and raspberry). In the mouth it is silky, well structured and balanced. "It is a dark ruby-colored wine with a fragrant nose of underbrush, blueberry, and plum. Super-juicy on the palate and densely packed, this is a pleasure-bent effort for drinking over the next 2-3 years." The Wine Advocate (88 points). The Wine Spectator (90 points). Spain Six Bottles Castano Monastrell Yecla 2009 Value $60.00 Mr. & Mrs. Javier & Rakela Ruperez

916.

One Bottle Yalumba Shiraz Viognier 2006 Deep purpley red in color, displaying an aroma of sweet fragrant plums and bright red-berried fruits along with a fine cedar tone and just the subtle floral notes of Viognier. A medium to full bodied wine, showing red fruits, fine spices, cloves and peppers. Barossa Valley, Australia One Bottle Yalumba Shiraz Viognier Australia 2006 Value $16.00 Mr. & Mrs. Richard & Joanne Constantine

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Down Under Shiraz One Bottle McPherson Shiraz South Eastern Australia 1999 Aromas and flavors of earthy candied cherries, light bodied, soft and simple with a little spiciness showing up on the attack, but quickly gives way to the fruit. Australia One Bottle Rosemount Estate (diamond label) Shiraz Australia 2000 This wine offers the intense, spicy fruit and long, richly textured finish for which its variety is famous. Subtle use of American oak completes the wine, which is well suited to pastas, barbecued meats and warming winter dishes. Australia One Bottle Torbreck Barossa Valley Woodcutter's Shiraz 2008 Dense, rich, and opulent, this wine combines great fruit purity with texture, complexity and finesse. This Shiraz has a very deep garnet-purple color and pronounced warm black cherry and blueberry aromas with a peppery undercurrent, plus some mocha and a suggestion of violets. Although the overall effect is quite rich, this is an effortlessly harmonious wine with a good long finish. This will continue to drink well through 2017. Barossa Valley, Australia. One Bottle Two Hands Angels Share Shiraz 2007 Listed in the Wine Spectator's Top 100 Wines of 2008 and Wine Spectator give this Shiraz 92 points. "Big, bold and expressive, with some unexpected transparency to the black cherry, raspberry, red plum and Asian spice aromas and flavors, lingering on the open-textured finish. The aftertaste just keeps coming." Enjoy now through 2015. Australia. One Bottle Torbreck Barossa Valley Woodcutter's Shiraz 2008 One Bottle Two Hands Angels Share Shiraz 2007 One Bottle Rosemount Estate (diamond label) Shiraz Australia 2000 One Bottle McPherson Shiraz South Eastern Australia 1999 Value $73.00 Mr. & Mrs. Douglas R. & Jacqueline N. Amacher Mr. John W. Lawrence Jr. & Mrs. Kelly Lawrence Mr. Frank D. Muscarello Sr. & Mrs. Stacy L. Muscarello

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Latin Lover One Bottle Alma Negra Red Mendoza 2006 Big, broad, toasty style, with lots of dark plum, mocha, fig and currant notes. Rich, bittersweet cocoa-tinged finish. Argentina One Bottle Catena Alta Malbec 2006 Dark purple-colored, this Malbec displays a splendid nose of wild flowers, spice box, incense, black cherry and plum. This leads to an elegant, medium-bodied rendition of Malbec with a velvety texture, superb depth and concentration, succulent flavors with notes of chocolate and black pepper making an appearance, and a pure, silky finish. Argentina One Bottle Catena Alta Malbec 2006 One Bottle Alma Negra Red Mendoza 2006 Value $73.00 Mr. and Mrs. John F. Pember, III Mr. James B. Taylor & Mrs. Nancy Stratton Taylor

919.

One Bottle Montevina Vineyards Sangiovese Amador County 1997 Montevinas 1997 Sangiovese displays a ripe, red-fruits aroma (plum, berry and rhubarb) accented by sweet, toasty oak scents. The compact, full-bodied palate delivers rich, juicy, spiced raspberry and plum flavors with moderate, but firm tannins, excellent acidity and a long, warm finish. This beautifully structured, delicious rendition of California Sangiovese, Montevinas finest bottling to date, will make an ideal companion to grilled or blackened salmon, barbecued chicken, lamb, and moderately spiced pasta dishes. California. One Bottle Montevina Vineyards Sangiovese Amador County 1997 Value $15.00 Mr. Frank D. Muscarello Sr. & Mrs. Stacy L. Muscarello

920.

One Bottle Roza Ridge Vineyards Roadside Market Red Deep ruby color. Baked berry, crĂ¨me brulee, dried apricot and spice aromas follow through on a round, supple entry to a dry-yet-fruity medium-to-full body with nice layers of clove, cinnamon, cedar and toffee notes. Finishes with a lively, mineral and peppery spice dust fade. A fun table wine to serve with spicy Asian beef dishes or lamb curries. Zillah, WA One Bottle Roza Ridge Vineyards Roadside Market Red Value $15.00 Second Grade Cocktail Party

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One Bottle O. Fournier B Crux Valle de Uco Mendoza 2006 Bright ruby-red. Super ripe aromas of blackberry, licorice and bitter chocolate, complemented by sexy oak spices. Highly concentrated flavors of dark berries, bitter chocolate and spices show surprising cut and verve. Finishes with substantial broad, fine-grained tannins. Argentina One Bottle O. Fournier B Crux Valle de Uco Mendoza 2006 Value $22.00 Mr. James B. Taylor & Mrs. Nancy Stratton Taylor

922.

One Bottle Talus Zinfandel California 1995 There is super-ripe loganberry and blackberry fruit on the nose and cool, peppery, berry flavours on the palate. It has a velvety texture and the finish is quite long with some oak and unobtrusive acidity. California. One Bottle Talus Zinfandel California 1995 Value $10.00 Mr. Frank D. Muscarello Sr. & Mrs. Stacy L. Muscarello

923.

One Bottle Penfolds Thomas Hyland Shiraz South Australia 2004 The 2004 Thomas Hyland Cabernet is opulent, full and mature, with sweet wild raspberry freshness and an underpinning chocolaty richness. A typically tight, but generous varietal fruit structure, finely grained tannins and carefully integrated oak lend complexity to a sustained finish. Drink now. Australia. One Bottle Penfolds Thomas Hyland Shiraz South Australia 2004 Value $18.00 Mr. Frank D. Muscarello Sr. & Mrs. Stacy L. Muscarello

924.

Red, White and Beau One Bottle Chateau de Beaucastel Chateauneuf du Pape France 2003 An outstanding wine with a deep ruby/purple hue. This is rich in style, but , more importantly, beautifully made, structured dense, with red jelly fruits, a touch of vanilla and a fat, full-bodied, but firm aftertaste. It has a promising nose of black fruits, loamy, earthy notes intermixed with pepper, smoke, licorice, and dried herbs and then boasts flavors of ripe black currant, plum and fig fruit with some tobacco. Scores of 95 and 94 in Wine Enthusiast and Wine Spectator respectively. France. One Bottle Chateau de Beaucastel Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc France 2007 This French White Rhone is delicious, beautifully textured, light gold-colored white revealing plenty of white peach, apricot, nectarine, and honeysuckle notes as well as a distinctive florality and minerality. Honeyed and full-bodied, it should drink beautifully for 10+ years. Beaucastel Blanc is produced from 80% Roussanne grapes, 20% Grenache blanc, Clairette and Bourboulenc, Rating: 95 pts, WA. France. One Bottle Chateau de Beaucastel Chateauneuf du Pape France 2003 One Bottle Chateau de Beaucastel Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc France 2007 Value $180.00 Mr. and Mrs. Stephen R. Rigsbee

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Rioja Foursome One Bottle Prado Enea Gran Reserva Rioja by Bodegas Muga 2001 Deep red in color, this world-class red wine has a complex, heady bouquet of dried red berries, sandalwood, rose oil, black tea and licorice pastille. It has smooth, focused and gently sweet cherry and raspberry flavors that coat the palate, with gentle but integrated tannins providing shape. This silky, seamless wine finishes with a strong echo of candied flowers, spices and minerals. This winemaker makes powerful but fleshy wines with great aromatic complexity and impeccably integrated tannins. Spain One Bottle Trasnocho Remirez de Ganuza Rioja 2005 Direct from Rioja Spain! This modern and bold Rioja is the top wine from the Remirez de Ganuza winery, which is one of the most prestigious wineries in Rioja that produces some of the most nationally and internationally recognized Spanish wines. Spain Two Bottles Vina Bosconia Rioja Reserva 2002 This wine has evolved perfectly showing a deep ruby color with shades of orange. Its nose is persistent, full bodied and showing a lot of mature fruit, being dominated by the Tempranillo grape. Its taste is round, smooth, fresh, full of body and persistent. Perfect with roasted and highly flavoured meats, lamb and game. Rioja Region, Spain. One Bottle Trasnocho Remirez de Ganuza Rioja 2005 Two Bottles Vina Bosconia Rioja Reserva 2002 One Bottle Prado Enea Gran Reserva Rioja by Bodegas Muga 2001 Value $211.00 Mr. & Mrs. Luis F. & Victoria Collado Mr. & Mrs. William A. & Maura M. Starshak

926.

Romanian Reds Clear and vibrant, the initial aromas of this Romanian wine are of raspberries and baking spices and Bing cherries but evolve to the more indigenous aromas of clean earth, minerals, smoke, red currants and flint. The mouth fulfills the expectations promised by the aromatics and has a nice texture, good acidity on the finish. Romania. Four Bottles Murfatlar Cabernet Sauvignon Romania 2007 Value $40.00 Ms. Yatta E. Sherif

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Sangiovese Package Well structured and powerful. Darkly hued, and aromatically pure Sangiovese, with plum and violet. Spicy clove and cinnamon notes, with a creamy vanillin. A great berry entry on the palate, a full mid-palate and a finish that is black cherry, plum and milk chocolate. Napa Valley, CA Three Bottles Benessere Sangiovese Napa Valley 1999 Value $180.00 Mr. & Mrs. James L. & Erica L. Sandner

928.

Thanksgiving...Covered! A great way to sample five vineyards from the same winemaker and the same year: Turley Zinfandel Duarte Vineyard 2006, Wine Spectator rated 88; Old Vines Vineyard, rated 88; Juvenile Vineyard, rated 88; Dogtown Vineyard and Salvador Vineyard. These are rare wines not available through retail. Enjoy! California Five Bottles Turley Zinfandel 2006 Value $160.00 Mr. & Mrs. Raymond C. & Donna J. Whitacre

929.

A Meritage Made In Heaven This proprietary blend of cabernet sauvignon, merlot, cabernet franc and malbec is deep red in color, rich and complex with layers of black cherry, cassis, plum and red fruit aromas. Hints of toasted oak and tobacco with deep, ripe black fruit, vanilla and spice on the palate. Full and round with great balance. A rich mouth feel with soft tannins and traces of toasted oak that lead to a long and velvety finish. California. Three Bottles Franciscan Magnificat Meritage 2006 Value $126.00 Mr. and Mrs. Eric P. Hansen

931.

One Bottle Bogle Vineyards Phantom Red Blend 2007 The coveted Phantom (Petite Sirah 53% - Zinfandel 44% - Mourvedre 3%) combines lush berry and fierce spice into a wine of complex character. Vivid essence of black pepper, dark fruit and juniper haunts the nose, while brighter flavors of blackberries and blueberries glance off the palate. From the shadows, toasty cinnamon and nutmeg emerge, subtly embracing the deeply luscious and succulent fruit to create a full-bodied, ruby rich wine. Though the wine is remarkable now, age in the bottle will only integrate the three varietals more. California One Bottle Bogle Vineyards Phantom Red Blend 2007 Value $16.00 Kindergarten Cocktail Party

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One Bottle Pizzella Family Vineyard La Posta Malbec 2008 Ripe and polished, with lush layers of raspberry, blueberry and fig fruit that glide over alluring spice notes, with well-integrated grip. The long, creamy finish shows a floral hint that helps add length. Drink now. Rating: 90 pts. WS Mendoza, Argentina One Bottle Pizzella Family Vineyard La Posta Malbec 2008 Value $19.00 Kindergarten Cocktail Party

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One Bottle Faithful Hound Mulderbosch Red Wine 2006 This Bordeaux-style blend sneaks in a few notes of licorice among the juicy red berry flavors. Full-bodied and rich, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a presence of spice as well, with medium tannins on the finish. South Africa. One Bottle Faithful Hound Mulderbosch Red Wine 2006 Value $20.00 Mr. & Mrs. Gabriel M. & Beth C. Rodriguez

934.

Magnifique! Magnifique! For each vintage the Franciscan winery composes Magnificat, a red Meritage wine that best expresses the unique terroir of the Oakville Estate. Blending creates a harmonious wine which is ultimately more than each of its individual elements: Cabernet Sauvignon for structure, Merlot for suppleness, and Cabernet Franc for spice and aroma. Napa Valley, CA Two Bottles Franciscan Magnificat Napa Valley Meritage 2007 Value $80.00 Mr. & Mrs. John R. & Andrea L. Garber

935.

Two Bottles Treana Paso Robles Red Wine 2007 Deep, brooding aromas of blackcurrant, cherry-vanilla and licorice, with a hint of mocha. Fleshy and smooth in texture, offering sweet dark fruit compote flavors and sexy oak spice and vanilla qualities. Ripe but showing enough freshness to keep the rich fruit focused with good finishing thrust and lingering sweetness. This drinks well now with a bit of air. California. Two Bottles Treana Paso Robles Red Wine 2007 Value $70.00 Mr. & Mrs. Joseph T. & Caitlin C. Pultz

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One Bottle Bruno Giacosa Barolo Falletto di Serralunga Riserva 1996 A wine of monumental scale but utterly suave and clear as a bell thanks to bracing balancing acids and superb tannic backbone. Great depth and vinosity: really expands in the glass and on the palate. Deep, saturated ruby-red. Explosive nose offers the full range of Barolo perfume: black cherry, black raspberry, rose petal, marzipan, licorice. Drinking this anytime between 2008-2050 would be incredibly rewarding. Italy. One Bottle Bruno Giacosa Barolo Falletto di Serralunga Riserva 1996 Value $445.00 Mr. & Mrs. Michael & Annie Murray

1002.

One Bottle Grand Vin De Chateau Latour 2004 This truly exceptional bottle exhibits a strong cassis character intermixed with notes of crushed rocks, earth cedar and forest floor. It is bright ruby-red with classic aromas of currant and plum among the minerals. Suave and smooth in the mouth, with a compelling sweetness and lushness for the vintage. At once easygoing and wonderfully complex, conveying a powerful soil character. The finish is ripely tannic, sweet and very long. Racy, elegant but powerful with medium to full body and sweet tannin, it will benefit from 5-7 years of cellaring and should keep for three decades. It is a very impressive offering. 95 Points Wine Spectator and Advocate. France. One Bottle Grand Vin De Chateau Latour 2004 Value $725.00 Mr. & Mrs. Michael P. & Elizabeth O. Cole

1003.

One Bottle Chateau Cheval Blanc 1996 This outstanding selection reveals a deep garnet/plum evolved color. Quintessentially elegant, with a complex nose of black fruits, coconut, smoke, and pain grille, this medium-bodied wine exhibits sweet fruit on the attack, substantial complexity, and a lush, velvety-textured finish. Full-bodied, with soft, silky tannins. Long and flavorful, with subtle chocolate, berry and light coffee aftertaste. Gorgeous. St. Emilion, France. One Bottle Chateau Cheval Blanc 1996 Value $300.00 Mr. Joseph E. Miller III & Mrs. Laura B. Miller

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Bordeaux Ă Trois A very special trio of 1978 Bordeaux. Includes one bottle of 1978 Ch. Latour Haut Brion, a Cru Classe from Graves; one bottle of 1978 Ch. Ducru-Beaucaillou, from St. Julien; and one bottle of 1978 Ch. Talbot, a Grand Cru Classe also from St. Julien. All three wines have corks and labels in excellent condition, high fills and have been cellared in ideal conditions. France. Three Bottles of 1978 French Bordeaux Value $900.00 David J. & Beth Shaw

1005.

Opus Two This exceptional wine is a combination of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Malbec. According to Wine Advocate (95 pts.), "One of the strongest wines ever made at Opus One". The 2007 has terrific black currant fruit, licorice, incense, and subtle smoke, an opulent, even voluptuous mouthful with dazzling purity and texture, and a skyscraper-like mouthful. It possesses a complex, persistent finish. This is a sensational Opus One, with sweet tannin and impressive precision and depth. It can be drunk now or cellared for 25 plus years. Napa Valley, CA One Bottle Opus One Red Wine Napa Valley 2007 One Bottle Opus One Red Wine Napa Valley 2007 Value $330.00 Mr. & Mrs. Charles K. & Caroline T. Huebner Mr. John Satalic & Ms. Diane Aigotti

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Bigger is Better One Bottle (1.5 liters) Flowers Vineyard & Winery Chardonnay Camp Meeting Ridge 2006 Citrus aromas of lemon with notes of vanilla bean and mineral are followed by layers of honeysuckle and lemon butter. The bouquet is punctuated with hints of jasmine, pear, and crushed stone minerality. Flavors are rich and spreading on the palate with lingering acidity and flavors. Enjoy now or cellar to enjoy the intriguing complexities that come with aging. Sonoma County, California One Bottle (1.5 ltrs) Flowers Vineyard & Winery Pinot Noir Camp Meeting Ridge 2006 This 1.5 liter Camp Meeting Ridge shows incredible depth and complexity with fruit forward red currant, raspberry, and Italian plum aromas, spice notes of cardamom are accentuated by perfumed orange zest, white pepper, and cola. Flavors are of cassis, spice, and vanilla with a silky texture. Shows a firm, balanced acidity and long round finish. Enjoy now or cellar for 3-5 years. Sonoma County, California One Bottle (1.5 ltrs) Flowers Vineyard & Winery Pinot Noir Camp Meeting Ridge 2006 One Bottle (1.5 liters) Flowers Vineyard & Winery Chardonnay Camp Meeting Ridge 2006 Value $300.00 Mr. & Mrs. Peter H. & Michaela M. D'Arrigo

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Three Bottles Clos du Marquis Saint Julien 1996 A terrific Clos du Marquis, and clearly of second or third-growth quality, this dark purple-colored wine reveals structure, brooding backwardness, and rich, expansive character. The wine exhibits plenty of sweet kirsch black currant fruit intermixed with high quality, subtle new oak, and steely, mineral characteristics. Rich and medium to full-bodied, with ripe tannin, this is a dazzling Clos du Marquis." Robert Parker's Wine Advocate #122 Bordeaux, France Three Bottles Clos du Marquis Saint Julien 1996 Value $180.00 Paul Hart & Stephanie Nash Hart

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Three Half-Bottles Chateau Coutet Barsac 1997 "Complex, classy aromas of nectarine, apricot, smoke and roasted grain. Very rich and concentrated; full and sweet for Barsac but carrying no excess weight. Lovely pliant texture. Finishes very long, spicy and fresh. A very elegant wine with an impressively long, spicy aftertaste." Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar. Bordeaux, France Three Bottles Chateau Coutet Barsac 1997 Value $75.00 Paul Hart & Stephanie Nash Hart

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Three Bottles Silver Oak Cellars Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 1989 "1989, the current vintage in release, is successful for Silver Oak. The 1989 Cabernet Sauvignon-Alexander Valley exhibits a spicy, vanillin, and black olivescented nose, rich, velvety, medium to full-bodied flavors, low acidity, and a long, lush, jammy fruit-filled finish. It does not possess any of the hard tannin or hollowness that plague many 1989s. Drink it over the next 7-8 years." Robert Parker's Wine Advocate #89 Alexander Valley, CA Three Bottles Silver Oak Cellars Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 1989 Value $195.00 Paul Hart & Stephanie Nash Hart

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Three Bottles Chateau St. Jean Red Wine, Cinq Cepages 1998 "The vintage was slammed by some critics, and shame on them, for many terrific wines came from 1998, after the rush-to-judgment were made. This Cab is round, soft, plumy and polished, with cedar and forest floor nuance, firm acidity and great balance -- a Francophileâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s delight." Jancis Robinson Sonoma Valley, CA Three Bottles Chateau St. Jean Red Wine, Cinq Cepages 1998 Value $135.00 Paul Hart & Stephanie Nash Hart

1011.

Three Bottles Dalla Valle Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, Casa Dalla Valle 2003 Dalla Valle Cabernet Sauvignon is blended with a small amount of Cabernet Franc and is aged in 50% to 60% new French oak barrels. This wine consistently exhibits impressive structure and velvety berry flavors vintage after vintage. Oakville, CA Three Bottles Dalla Valle Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, Casa Dalla Valle 2003 Value $150.00 Paul Hart & Stephanie Nash Hart

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Three Bottles Chateau L'Arrosee Saint-Emilion 1996 "A tightly-knit, closed wine, the 1996 l'Arrosee has not yet begun to put on weight, or reveal its true character. It possesses a medium dark ruby color, and muted aromatics which, with airing, offer notes of dusty minerals mixed with black cherries and raspberries. Subtle high quality toasty oak makes an appearance along with black raspberry and cherry fruit. Anticipated maturity: 2004-2016." Robert Parker's Wine Advocate #122 Bordeaux, France Three Bottles Chateau L'Arrosee Saint-Emilion 1996 Value $150.00 Paul Hart & Stephanie Nash Hart

1013. One Bottle Chateau Le Bon Pasteur Pomerol 2005 Chateau Le Bon Pasteur is owned and managed by Michel Rolland, the famous international wine consultant and brilliant oenologist who has done more than any other person alive today for the quality of Bordeaux. Michelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lauded methods include low yields, long hang time for the grapes to ensure perfect maturity, hand harvesting done plot by plot, and aging in all new oak. The wines of Le Bon Pasteur are ripe, rich and powerful. Robert Parker awarded this wine an astounding 94 points, writing: His 2005 Bon Pasteur is an elegant, subtle wine offering hints of graphite, sweet mocha, black cherries, and berries that build incrementally in the mouth, ending in a cascade of full-bodied, concentrated fruit with good acidity, beautiful tannin, and stunning precision as well as length. The 2005 could age for 25-30 years. France. One Bottle Chateau Le Bon Pasteur Pomerol 2005 Value $100.00 Mr. & Mrs. Joseph B. & Mary Clare Starshak

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