$20-$30

Martin Alicante Bouschet 2005 750ml $24.99 Russian River Valley Alicante Bouschet "This tiny production of Alicante Bouschet is a mouthful of leather, cocoa and must be decanted for forty minutes of more. Hints of cinnamon, star anise and dust abound in this tannic wine. Pair with a hearty lasagna. Cellar now through 2012." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

Porter Creek Carignane 2006 750ml $24.99 Angeli Vineyard Alexander Valley Old Vine Carignane

Merryvale Starmont Cabernet Sauvignon 2004 750ml $24.99 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2004 Starmont Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley 91 pts Wine Enthusiast "The Starmont designation is sort of a junior version of Merryvale's more expensive wines and is often a solid value. So it is with this Cab, whose grapes come from some prestigious vineyards. It's dry, rich and complex, with a classic Napa balance of firm, sweet tannins, acidity and cassis and cherry fruit. Beautiful now, and should hold well for six years." EDITORS CHOICE. -Steve Heimoff "No decanting necessary. A great pairing for barbequed ribs." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

David Noyes Pinot Noir 2006 750ml $24.99 Sonoma County Pinot Noir "Subtle, complex and rich; aromas of black cherry preserves, cinnamon and clove. Elusive flavors of forest floor and wild mushroom, the wine finishes with a touch of toasted oak." - Winemaker notes "An extraordinary value pinot noir. Decant for twenty minutes." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

Warwick Pinotage 2005 750ml $24.99 Stellenbosch, South Africa Old Bush Vines Pinotage Warwick Cellar lies on the premium red wine slopes of the Simonsberg Mountain in Stellenbosch. Pinotage is a uniquely South African variety and is particularly refined and full-bodied when grown on un-trellised "bush vines". This wine displays an alluring array of mouth-filling dark berry flavors, a lush seductive texture and an exceptionally long finish. Enjoy now or drink through 2011.

Bella Zinfandel 2005 750ml $25.99 Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel Hillside Series Bella Vineyards "This zin is from some of the most select vineyard plots located in the Dry Creek Valley. With its amazing bouquet of wild berries, licorice, crushed violets and sweet vanilla, it explodes with intense fruit flavors of blackberries, ripe raspberries, mocha, jasmine tea, chocolate, leather, anise and cinnamon. The tannins are soft and silky and the finish lingers for several tantalizing moments. This wine is crafted for earlier enjoyment. Strictly limited production." - Winery notes

Moshin Chardonnay 2006 750ml $25.99 Russian River Valley Chardonnay "Winemaker Rick Moshin's Russan River Valley Chardonnay 2006 is primarily dijon clone chardonnay, exhibiting green apple and creamy notes from the partial malolactic fermentation. Delightful, summer-time sipping wine. A delicious pairing for a garden green salad and grilled seafood. Enjoy now through 2009." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

Coturri Zinfandel 2004 750ml $26.99 Freiberg Vineyards Sonoma Valley Zinfandel Organically grown grapes, no sulfites added, unfined and unfiltered, biodynamic. "Tony Coturri not only uses organically grown grapes, but relies on indigenous yeast, refrains from filtering and fining and never adds sulfites to the wine. Tony believes this zin to be among the best he has ever made, it has a distinct scent of honeyed apricots, this is a full bodied zin that offers up velvety plush fruit, hints of rich chocolate, toasted thyme, mushrooms and spice. This wine craves spicy foods." - Winery notes

Wild Hog Montepulciano 2006 750ml $26.99 Dunnigan Hills Montepulciano "The varietal Montepulciano is rare in Calfornia, with approximately 50 tons produced each year. Wild Hog produced 48 cases which they have only made available in Sonoma County. Wild Hog's Montepulciano packs a mouthful of cranberry, red cherry, currants, vanilla, and spicy toasted oak. A delicious food wine that can make a great pairing for Indian foods such as tandoori chicken or pork vindaloo. No decanting necessary. Cellar now through 2010." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

Robert Hall Vintage Port 2004 750ml $26.99 Paso Robles, California

Atascadero Creek Zinfandel 2005 750ml $26.99 Russian River Valley Zinfandel Haun Vineyards "From the vineyards on Rob Haun's ranch in the Russian River valley, these dry farmed, no spray grapevines only produce about one ton per acre. The 50 year old vineyard was originally planted by members of Joe Dimaggio's family. The wine has notes of raspberries, blueberries and plums, the tannins are soft, and the finish is spicy. At 15.9% alcohol, it's a big chewy zinfandel. 70 cases produced." - Winemaker notes "The Haun Vineyard is what is known as an Italian Field Blend consisting of several varietals in a predominantly zinfandel vineyard, with varietals such as Alicante Bouschet, Viognier, Palomino giving this zinfandel a much more viscous quality. The 2005 is my favorite vintage to date. Pair with Barbequed Meats, Country Pork Ribs, Chicken or Home Made Lasagna. Enjoy now or cellar through 2011. No decanting necessay."

Wild Hog Pinot Noir Saralee's Vineyard 2006 750ml $26.99 Saralee's Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir "A little youthful, but drinking well with twenty minutes of decanting. Red and black fruit co-mingle with a long finish. A great sipping pinot noir as well as food-friendly. A lovely pairing for grilled salmon. Cellar through 2011." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

Michel-Schlumberger Semillon Silk Purse 2001 375ml $27.99

Wild Hog Pinot Noir Estate 2005 750ml $27.99 Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir Estate bottled "We started planting this vineyard in 1981, and this will be our 21st vintage. Our vineyard is certified organic. This big, full-bodied Pinot Noir is rich and spicy, dark and smooth. Hints of mulberry, dried apples, and apricots are on the palate. This complex wine has a long and delightful finish. Let it breathe to get the most from this wine." - Winery notes

J. Keverson Sangiovese 2005 750ml $27.99 Mendocino County Sangiovese Janes Vineyard

Sapphire Hill Syrah 2005 750ml $27.99 Russian River Valley Syrah

Carol Shelton Wild Thing Zinfandel 2004 750ml $28.99 Cox Vineyard Mendocino County from Organically Grown Grapes 90 pts Wine Spectator 93 pts Wine & Spirits Gold Medal San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition Gold Medal San Diego International Wine Competition Gold Medal West Coast Wine Competition "A classy Mendocino Zinfandel, ripe, firm and peppery, with excellent structure, acidity, focus and depth. Captures zesty, dusty wild berry, mineral, sage and earthy nuances and finishes with a dash of pepper. Drink now through 2009."

Hart's Desire Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast Rockin' H Ranch 2006 750ml $29.99 Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir "John Hart has produced a very spicy pinot noir from the Sonoma Coast, filled with red fruit, cedar, cigar and leather, which is unusual for a pinot noir. This pinot will benefit from about forty minutes of decanting and can be paired with a broad range of dishes from grilled salmon to lamb loin. Cellar now through 2012." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellar

Atascadero Creek Pinot Noir 2005 750ml $29.99 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir Railroad Vineyard "The 2005 Railroad Vineyard Pinot Noir from winemaker Bob Appleby is filled with smokey carmelized red fruit, red cherry and spicy cedar. A great pairing for rack of lamb with herbed breadcrumbs. Decant for twenty minutes. Enjoy now or cellar through 2011." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

Dunah Gewurztraminer 2005 750ml $29.99 50 cases produced

Bodegas Robles Tempranillo 2003 750ml $29.99 Viva Yo! Central Coast 90% Tempranillo, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon "Viva Yo! epitomizes the exuberant self-affirmation of the Spanish people and possesses the rich flavors, velvet body and elegance of a Tempranillo crianza." - Winery notes "Viva Yo! Tempranillo and Cabernet Sauvignon blend from Bodegas Robles is an exquisite food wine which can be paired with a number of dishes from grilled salmon to rack of lamb. The 2003 has aged perfectly and should be enjoyed now through 2010, no decanting necessary." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

Inspiration Vineyards Estate Zinfandel 2005 750ml $29.99 Russian River Valley Zinfandel "Medium to full bodied, layered with concentrated flavors of raspberry, cranberry, and black cherry along with spice notes of cardamom, clove and white pepper. Approximately 50 cases were produced." - Winery notes

La Storia Petite Sirah 2003 750ml $29.99 Alexander Valley 90 pts Robert Parker "...a sleeper wine is the 2003 La Storia Petite Sirah. This wine shows beautiful graphite, blueberry and blackberry fruit, some floral notes, medium to full body, and abundant power, tannin, and extract. Put it away for 2-3 years and drink it over the following 15 or more years." © The Wine Advocate eRobertParker.com "Pair with hearty beef dishes from grilled steak to seared filet mignon. Decant for at least 1 hour should you decide to open this wine to allow the fruit flavors to come forward." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

Sonoma Coast Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc 2006 $29.99 Sonoma Coast Sauvignon Blanc "This is an ideal aperitif wine, balanced and complex, with fig, pear and tropical fruit flavors. Our 2006 Sauvignon Blanc will complement a myriad of food pairings including grilled fish and fresh seafood, particularly oysters, crab, and lobster, grilled chicken dishes and a wide range of cheeses." - Anthony Austin, Winemaker "One of my favorite Sauvignon Blancs. This cool climate at Hummingbird Vineyard is the most westerly coastal Sauvignon Blanc vineyard that I'm aware of. The soft round fruit flavors dominate the palate with only hints of herbacious grassy notes." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

Rochioli Sauvignon Blanc Estate 2007 750ml $29.99 Russian River Valley Sauvignon Blanc Estate "Forty-eight percent is from our newest planting of a very special and rare clone, forty percent is from the original Sauvignon Blanc vineyard planted in 1959, and twelve percent is from our seventeen year old hillside vineyard. Twenty-five percent of this blend is barrel fermented, which gives this wine its complexity and round texture. The balance is tank fermented to preserve its intense varietal character and firm acidity. 2950 cases were produced." - winery notes "Another beautiful vintage of Loire Valley-Style Sauvignon Blanc from Rochioli Estate. Grassy, herbaceous flavors mingle with citrus of white grapefruit and firm acidities producing an exquisite seafood wine. A lovely pairing for seared scallops and arugula salad." - John Haggard, Sophie's Cellars

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