SPARKLER -- Segura Viudas Brut Reserva Cava - Penedes, Spain
"Fresh, with a touch of buttery interest, this sparkler has subtle fruit and a crisp finish. A good value for your larger events! (Gary Westby, K&L Champagne and Sherry Buyer) 89 points Wine Enthusiast: "After a soda-like start that may seem aggressive, this one really settles into a groove. The nose blends citrus and wild green-herb aromas, while the palate has perfectly composed orange and peach flavors. The finish is solid and around every turn it hold the road. Great for the price."
WHITE -- 2006 Patient Cottat Sauvignon Blanc - Loire Valley, France
A citrusy, nutty, custardy nose leads to a palate of blue stone and clean lime with acid for days. A well-balanced, restrained old world effort. - PE
RED -- 2007 Delas Freres Côtes du Rhône “St-Esprit” - Southern Rhône Valley, France
A lighter bodied Syrah (75%, the balance is Grenache) with nice, pure black cherry, subtle spice, minerals and gripping acidity. A toffee flavor even creeps in to this complex, unbelievable value of a wine. - PE