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Groiss Gruner Veltiner White 2015

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Groiss
Fanciful Name: Gruner Veltiner
Varietal: Gruner Veltiner
Vintage: 2015
Country of Origin: Austria
Retail Price: $10 per 1-L. Bottle

Tasting Notes: Citrus aromas are the first thing to greet you upon raising the glass. This bright and lemony wine has just the right balance of acidity and minerality. Elegant and light finish make for a nice poolside wine.
Groiss Gruner Veltiner White 2015

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Coelho Winery Estate Apreciacao Chardonnay 2015

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Coelho Winery Estate
Fanciful Name: Apreciacao
Varietal: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2015
Country of Origin: Oregon
Appellation: Willamette Valley
Retail Price: $29.99

Tasting Notes: This chardonnay from Willamette Valley is restrained and balanced with notes of lemon grass, ripe apples and a slight hazelnut characteristic to hint at some oak use. The wine shines bright in a sea of excess where it is well made and delicious.
Coelho Winery Estate Apreciacao Chardonnay 2015

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Old Cannery Row Chardonnay 2016

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Old Cannery Row
Varietal: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2016
Country of Origin: California
Appellation: Monterey
Retail Price: $19.99

Tasting Notes: Rich mouth coating chardonnay that starts with vanilla, coconut and pineapple notes, followed by a green apple bright finish. The butter, oak and creamy mouth feel really comes through here and is balanced by decadent tropical fruit flavor.
Old Cannery Row Chardonnay 2016

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McPherson Cellars Old Vine Chenin Blanc 2015

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McPherson Cellars Old Vine
Varietal: Chenin Blanc
Vintage: 2015
Country of Origin: Texas
Retail Price: $14.99

Tasting Notes: One of the more unique wines from this producer. Sourced from 37-year-old Chenin vines in west Texas. All stainless-steel fermentation puts the emphasis on the fruit without the sweetness. Pineapple, melon, crisp acidity and fruit tones dominate the nose. Great mouthfeel, with a hint of minerality. Treat yourself to this great wine with shellfish — especially lobster.
McPherson Cellars Old Vine Chenin Blanc 2015

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Santa Silvana Pinot Grigio 2015

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Santa Silvana
Varietal: Pinot Gris
Vintage: 2015
Country of Origin: Italy
Appellation: Alto Adige
Retail Price: $16

Tasting Notes: Lively fruity aromas with flavors of peaches, pears and apples with underlying mineral and slate characteristics. Well balanced with good acidity and a crisp, dry, lasting finish.
Santa Silvana Pinot Grigio 2015

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Alexander Valley Vineyards Estate Chardonnay 2015

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Alexander Valley Vineyards Estate
Varietal: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2015
Country of Origin: California
Appellation: Alexander Valley
Retail Price: $21.99

Tasting Notes: AVV’s classic estate product. Very concentrated fruit from this vintage has a touch of viognier to add further richness and complexity. Night harvesting, whole cluster pressing, and a unique program of separate fermentation in stainless steel and French oak results in a beautifully blended and balanced wine. Floral, rich and creamy, with beautiful notes of pineapple, pear and apple. One of the best examples of the legendary Alexander Valley fruit.
Alexander Valley Vineyards Estate Chardonnay 2015

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Comelli Pinot Grigio 2014

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Comelli
Varietal: Pinot Gris
Vintage: 2014
Country of Origin: Italy
Appellation: Ampuis
Retail Price: $21.99

Tasting Notes: In a world bombarded with merely acceptable pinot grigio, this one really stands out! From the I.G.T. Venezia Giulia, it has a rich, mouth-coating texture. There are some floral notes and hints of fresh fruit on the bouquet, followed by lively flavors of apple, under-ripe melon, and citrus. The finish is long, crisp and refreshingly dry. A simply wonderful style!
Comelli Pinot Grigio 2014

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Comelli Friulano 2014

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Comelli
Varietal: Friulano
Vintage: 2014
Country of Origin: Italy
Appellation: Colli Orientali del Friuli
Retail Price: $25.99

Tasting Notes: From the D.O.C. Friuli Colli Orientali. Formerly called “Tocai,” this unique and lovely wine has aromas and flavors of melon, apricot and citrus with a lush honey-like texture. The lengthy finish has refreshing acidity and is not quite dry.
Comelli Friulano 2014

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J.Lohr Arroyo Vista Chardonnay 2015

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

Tasting Notes: Consistently one of the best examples of Monterey chardonnay. Winemaker Kristen Barnhisel puts a decidedly Burgundian spin on this rich, voluptuous wine. A very specific French barrel program, weekly stirring of the lees, Dijon 76 clone, and other classic techniques shine on the palate. Full-bodied and complex. Peach, vanilla and lemon dominate the nose.
J.Lohr Arroyo Vista Chardonnay 2015

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Domaine de Reuilly Pinot Gris 2014

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Domaine de Reuilly
Varietal: Pinot Gris
Vintage: 2014
Country of Origin: France
Appellation: Reuilly
Retail Price: $22

Tasting Notes: From the obscure Loire Valley appellation (Reuilly). 100% Pinot Gris. Beautiful light salmon color. This leans to the lighter side, but still very serious. More citrus notes, grapefruit, and maybe some pear. Great mineral notes.
Domaine de Reuilly Pinot Gris 2014

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Maison Roche de Bellene Vieilles Vignes Chardonnay 2011

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Maison Roche de Bellene
Fanciful Name: Vieilles Vignes
Varietal: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2011
Country of Origin: France
Appellation: Bourgogne Blanc
Retail Price: $21.49

Tasting Notes: As good as it gets for white Burgundy anywhere close to this price point. A high-energy Chard that exhibits Meyer lemon, tart apple, allspice and honeysuckle. Nervy and persistent acidity keep the flavors nicely focused.
Maison Roche de Bellene Vieilles Vignes Chardonnay 2011

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Quady Electra Moscato 2014

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Quady Electra
Varietal: Moscato
Vintage: 2014
Country of Origin: United States
Retail Price: $16

Tasting Notes: Quady is famous for “Essencia,” a Muscat in the style of the Rhone Valley’s Beaume-Des-Venise. Electra is the low-alcohol style (4.5%), cold-fermented and chilled to stop the fermentation process. Fragrant and lushly sweet, with flavors of peach, apricot and orange zest. It’s easy to enjoy as a warm weather quencher, or will complement BBQ Ribs and chicken, roast pork or milder Oriental cuisine. Simply Delicious!
Quady Electra Moscato 2014

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