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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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Seven Rings Chardonnay 2016

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Seven Rings
Varietal: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2016
Country of Origin: California
Appellation: Monterey
Retail Price: $16.99

Tasting Notes: Bold ripe apples and lemon, lime notes with a fair amount of vanilla and spice from the oak barrels to match. The acidity sings on the finish and holds everything together. This full-bodied chardonnay is a handful!
Seven Rings Chardonnay 2016

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Jade Cove Sauvignon Blanc 2016

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Jade Cove
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2016
Country of Origin: New Zealand
Appellation: Marlborough
Retail Price: $17.99

Tasting Notes: The lemon and lime notes dominate this bright and bold sauvignon blanc, with its high acidity and powerful mouth feel rounding everything out. No shortage of power or wow factor, this pure fruit-driven Marlborough wine is a picture perfect example of rich-yet-fresh and approachable wine.
Jade Cove Sauvignon Blanc 2016

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Cottesbrook Sauvignon Blanc 2016

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Cottesbrook
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2016
Country of Origin: New Zealand
Appellation: Marlborough
Retail Price: $16.99

Tasting Notes: The lime and passion fruit-heavy flavors deliver a clean and elegant New Zealand sauvignon blanc with the 10% barrel-aging treatment giving a structural element that complements the fruit. This more serious wine from Marlborough is a refreshing, complex and elegant “step up” from the well-known standards.
Cottesbrook Sauvignon Blanc 2016

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Ch de Nages Vieilles Vignes Blanc 2015

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Ch de Nages
Fanciful Name: Vieilles Vignes
Varietal: Blanc
Vintage: 2015
Country of Origin: France
Appellation: Costieres de Nimes
Retail Price: $14.99

Tasting Notes: Ripe and complex Rhone white that delivers a bold, flavored, and fruit-driven wine with structure that does not depend on oak. The texture of this green apple and floral white is smooth and luscious with richness and power to leave a lasting impression.
Ch de Nages Vieilles Vignes Blanc 2015

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Joel Gott Sauvignon Blanc 2015

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Joel Gott
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2015
Country of Origin: California
Retail Price: $14

Tasting Notes: A fun and energetic sauvignon blanc. There is a nice balance of grapefruit and melon fruit, surrounded by a pop of acidity and a fresh finish. A perfect wine for those light fish and citrus fruit dinners.
Joel Gott Sauvignon Blanc 2015

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