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2010 TAMI GRILLO - REG. $14.99  
   
  
This Sicilian white is made by up-and-coming winemaker Arianna Occhipinti.  Gorgeous aromatics.  Tangerine, jasmine, chalky minerals... a bright citrus core.  This is a stunning price for such quality (normally sells for $18).

 
   AFFINITY: Classic Fritto Misto!      
  

  
2011 OVEJA NEGRA SAUVIGNON BLANC/CARMENERE -  REG. $13.99
    
Exceptional value in a Chilean white that is deliciously different.  A blend of Carmenere (yes, no skin contact!) and Sauv Blanc, guava and passion fruit with a supple mouth feel.
     

   AFFINITY:  Salad Greens with Marinated Pork Loin      


2010   SANTA JULIA VIOGNIER -   REG.  $10.99
   
A nice version of this Rhone varietal from Mendoza Argentina.  Citrus, pear and a nice mineral component.  A great alternative to Chardonnay with mouth-feel and acidity.  Sustainably-farmed, this is value city.

   
     
   AFFINITY: Skewer up some Shrimp & Scallops with Lemon and Olive Oil)    


  
2010 DOMAINE GRAVETTE CHARDONNAY - REG. $12.99
 
  
This French Chardonnay was a value we found in a direct purchase with Le Central Restaurant.  Charming, easy drinking, "just right" sort of Chardonnay (think Goldilocks and the 3 bears).   
  
       
   AFFINITY:  Perfect with Salads and medium Cheeses 
   
 

2010 LA VIARTE "INCO" - REG. 11.99   
Inco is Friulian dialect for 'today". The term was chosen to indicate a wine that should be enjoyed in it's youth and that is exactly what we're gonna do with this classic blend of Friulano, Pinot Grigio and Pinot Bianco. 
         
     
   AFFINITY:  Before Dinner, w/ lighter Appetizers    


 
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2010  GARNET PINOT NOIR   REG. $14.99    
        
Estate-grown wine from vineyards near the Santa Lucia Highlands AVA, where the cool fog rolls in.  French oak.  Ripe strawberry and cherry fruit meets pure, complex, balanced and focused.  Really over-delivers!.       
    
   
    AFFINITY: Roasted Chicken or Turkey:  Perfecto!     

  
2010 SPANISH DEMON RIOJA  - REG. $10.99 
   
This 100% Tempranillo is from the heart of Rioja Alavesa, the northern region of Rioja, Spain. Easy to enjoy, expressive Tempranillo is a soft and delicious red wine, offering a mouthful of crisp black fruit and lots of style.  


   AFFINITY:  Versatile, Easy-drinkin' Red      
 

  
2006 ZIG ZAG CAB - REG. 12.99

From the Mendocino Wine Company, this is a tasty, fruity cabernet that is drinking great now!  While you are in the neighborhood, you can stop by the Medical Marijuana store across the street...  OK, I grew up in the 70's (well, maybe).  
           
   AFFINITY:  Zig it with Pizza or Burgers 
   

    
2010 FAB "GOUCHO RED" MALBEC - REG. $11.99  
   
The bottle looks like the Argentine flag, and the wine inside is a very nice quality Malbec for the price.  New world, tons of fruit, big style that is a great value from Patagonia.  
     
 	    
   AFFINITY:   Put on your favorite soccer jersey, and eat Lamb Casserole  (See recipe here) 

  
2010  TORTOISE CREEK CARIGNAN "VIELLES VIGNES" - REG. $12.99   
 

This Languedoc red is made from 40+ year-old vines.  It shines in the glass:  Provencal herbs & deep rich black cherry fruit; simply scrumptious!  (This is a new Mel Master wine to the store, they are all great values). 
   
 
   AFFINITY:  Ollada (pork soup) or maybe some Pork Sausages?  

  
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