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Sanama Reserva Sauvignon Blanc 2016

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Sanama Reserva
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2016
Country of Origin: Chile
Retail Price: $12

Tasting Notes: Sourced from high elevation vineyards in Santa Amalia, the Sanama Reserva is a straight forward sauvignon blanc from Vina los Boldos. Aromas of peach, lemon and fresh-cut limes with crisp flavors and refreshing acidity. A lot to like here for the price!
Sanama Reserva Sauvignon Blanc 2016

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Willamette Valley Vineyards Riesling 2015

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Willamette Valley Vineyards
Varietal: Riesling
Vintage: 2015
Country of Origin: Oregon
Appellation: Willamette Valley
Retail Price: $14

Tasting Notes: This riesling offers what is so fantastic with Oregon whites: balance. The soft sweetness along with the bright fruity acidity give this wine remarkable depth in addition to a pleasantly long finish. Beautiful alongside all kinds of fun summer dishes.
Willamette Valley Vineyards Riesling 2015

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Murietta’s Well The Whip White 2014

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Murietta's Well
Fanciful Name: The Whip
Varietal: White
Vintage: 2014
Country of Origin: California
Appellation: Livermore Valley
Retail Price: $21.99

Tasting Notes: This Livermore Valley wine is one of my "go-to" summer favorites. A blend of mostly chardonnay and semillion, blended with sauvignon blanc, orange muscat, muscat canelli and viognier. Flavors of peach, pear and melon abound with just a touch of sweetness leading to a crisp floral finish. A refreshing delight.
Murietta’s Well The Whip White 2014

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Pierre-Henri Morel Blanc 2016

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Pierre-Henri Morel
Varietal: Blanc
Vintage: 2016
Country of Origin: France
Appellation: Cotes Du Rhone Villages Laudun
Retail Price: $14.99

Tasting Notes: This Rhone white is bright and smooth, displaying an approachable fruit character of peach and ripe apples but has some citrus to give structure and acid. The smooth texture element to this wine is what shows the terroir and value that can be achieved in the Rhone whites.
Pierre-Henri Morel Blanc 2016

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Murdoch James Sauvignon Blanc 2015

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Murdoch James
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2015
Country of Origin: New Zealand
Appellation: Martinborough
Retail Price: $18.99

Tasting Notes: This wine is from Martinsborough on the North Island of New Zealand where the wines are quite distinct from their Marlborough cousins. Pale straw in color with a slight green hue, this sauvignon blanc opens with aromas of lime and stone fruit. On the palate, you will discover flavors of lime, pear, melon and green apple. The finish is dry, crisp and clean with mineral flavors.
Murdoch James Sauvignon Blanc 2015

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J.Lohr October Night Chardonnay 2015

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J.Lohr October Night
Varietal: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2015
Country of Origin: California
Appellation: Arroyo Seco
Retail Price: $29.99

Tasting Notes: The degree of complexity for the techniques used to produce this wine is almost overwhelming. The results show, starting with the use of Dijon Clone 809 (Musque) through to the innovative irrigation program to the barrel program. Very distinctive nose, more floral than most. Apple, tangerine, allspice and vanilla notes. From Arroyo Seco, Monterey.
J.Lohr October Night Chardonnay 2015

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Twin Island Sauvignon Blanc 2016

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Twin Island
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2016
Country of Origin: New Zealand
Appellation: Marlborough
Retail Price: $16

Tasting Notes: A zesty nose with notes of lemon, green apple and grapefruit. Medium-bodied with pronounced grapefruit flavors and good intensity. A perfect example of New Zealand sauvignon blanc.
Twin Island Sauvignon Blanc 2016

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Carmen Premier 1850 Sauvignon Blanc 2016

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Carmen Premier 1850
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2016
Country of Origin: Chile
Appellation: Colchagua Valley
Retail Price: $15

Tasting Notes: Crisp and delicious, the 1850 Sauvignon Blanc is vibrant and fresh with aromas of lime and grapefruit. This light-bodied white has lively acidity that pairs perfectly with a variety of seafood dishes, salads or creamy cheeses.
Carmen Premier 1850 Sauvignon Blanc 2016

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Kupelwieser Pinot Grigio 2016

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Kupelwieser
Varietal: Pinot Gris
Vintage: 2016
Country of Origin: Italy
Appellation: Alto Adige
Retail Price: $19.99

Tasting Notes: Pays homage to its Austrian roots, this Italian pinot grigio is linier and complex with laser-like mineral elements that are a welcome addition to the crisp and bright green apple and pear notes. A good show of what potential there is in Alto Adige, this wine is quaffable and complex.
Kupelwieser Pinot Grigio 2016

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Chateau Ksara Blanc 2014

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Chateau Ksara
Varietal: Blanc
Vintage: 2014
Country of Origin: Lebanon
Appellation: Bekaa Valley
Retail Price: $13.99

Tasting Notes: From the Bekka Valley, this blend of chardonnay, sauvignon and semillon is just round enough to attract big-white-wine drinkers, but fresh and clean enough to keep its refreshing nature. The short stint in oak (four months) rounds it out enough to have it hold up to many dishes. Chateau Ksara Blanc will give you an outlook on Lebanese wines you never expected!
Chateau Ksara Blanc 2014

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Tesoro Della Regina Pinot Grigio 2016

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Tesoro Della Regina
Varietal: Pinot Gris
Vintage: 2016
Country of Origin: Italy
Appellation: Valdadige - Etschtaler
Retail Price: $20.99

Tasting Notes: An elegant wine from Valdadige, Veneto, that has beautiful lychee and peach notes on the nose and pallet, with a distinct green apple element that defines the pallet. The acidity and minerality provide an excellent balance to this rich pinot grigio.
Tesoro Della Regina Pinot Grigio 2016

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Zeta Albarino White 2016

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Zeta Albarino
Varietal: White
Vintage: 2016
Country of Origin: Spain
Retail Price: $19

Tasting Notes: Hints of anise and white flowers lead to crisp, fresh pit fruit on the palate. Love the tangy, tense finish here. Screams for seafood or flaky white fish.
Zeta Albarino White 2016

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