Aug 28, 2008  TIEFENBRUNNER  Chardonnay Vigneti delle Dolomiti Castel Turmhof 2007 (90 points, $15)
Subtle aromas of apple and cream, with hints of ripe pineapple. Full-bodied, with apple pie and cream flavors, good acidity and a long, flavorful finish. A delicious Chardonnay. Focused and precise. Drink now. 1,700 cases made.
- James Suckling

Aug 27, 2008  DOMINIO DEL PLATA  Cabernet Sauvignon Mendoza Crios de Susana Balbo 2006 (86 points, $15)
Focused, with good black cherry and currant fruit followed by a layer of shaved vanilla bean on the finish. Drink now. 15,000 cases made.
- James Molesworth

Aug 26, 2008  BERINGER  Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley 2007 (87 points, $16)
Intense grapefruit, peach, citrus and tangerine flavors, with a zingy mouthwatering acidity and persistence on the finish. Drink now. 14,225 cases made.
- MaryAnn Worobiec

Aug 25, 2008  LIVIO FELLUGA  Pinot Grigio Collio 2007 (90 points, $26)
Rich and fruity, with pineapple, papaya and a hint of licorice. Full-bodied, with loads of fruit and a lively acidity. Goes on for a long time on the palate. Intensely fruity. Drink now. 11,700 cases imported.
- James Suckling

Aug 23, 2008  BORGO CONVENTI  Friulano Collio 2007 (91 points, $18)
Shows subtle aromas of apricot tart, mineral, spearmint and hints of lemon, with gun flint. Full-bodied, with loads of mineral, lemon peel and spice. Subtle, long and refined. Like a premier cru Chablis. Steely and fresh. Drink now. 1,230 cases made.
- James Suckling

Aug 22, 2008  NOZZOLE  Chardonnay Toscana Le Bruniche 2007 (87 points, $15)
Subtle and pretty aromas of cream, apple and lemon, with a hint of mineral. Medium-bodied, with fresh acidity and a medium finish. Drink now. 6,500 cases made.
- James Suckling

Aug 21, 2008  BOTALCURA  Cabernet Sauvignon Rapel Valley La Porfia Grand Reserve 2005 (89 points, $17)
Focused, with a solid core of raspberry, red currant, shaved vanilla and cedar notes riding along fine-grained tannins. The long, racy finish shows briar and more red fruit notes. Drink now through 2010. 6,000 cases made.
- James Molesworth

Aug 20, 2008  CUSUMANO  Insolia Sicilia 2007 (87 points, $15)
Aromas of apple, lemon and mineral. Medium- to full-bodied, with good fruit and a long, flavorful finish. Drink now. 30,000 cases made.
- James Suckling

Aug 19, 2008  SILENI  Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough Cellar Selection 2007 (87 points, $15)
Lithe, with very good focus to a bright beam of lime, stone, grapefruit and grass flavors. A hint of lemon peel carries through the finish. Drink now. 30,000 cases made.
- Daniel Sogg

Aug 18, 2008  BRANDER  Sauvignon Blanc Santa Ynez Valley 2007 (87 points, $15)
Vibrant and juicy, with tasty lemon-lime, herb, mineral and spicy Asian pear notes that persist on the finish. Drink now. 8,800 cases made.
- MaryAnn Worobiec

Aug 16, 2008  CANTINA GIRLAN  Pinot Bianco Alto Adige San Martino 2007 (88 points, $15)
Offers lovely floral aromas, with honey and light pineapple. Medium- to full-bodied, with bright acidity and a long, fresh finish. Drink now. 6,000 cases made.
- James Suckling

Aug 15, 2008  ARGIOLAS  Nuragus di Cagliari S’elegas 2007 (87 points, $15)
Mineral, apple and light honey character follows through to a medium body, with good fruit and a clean finish. Drink now. 20,000 cases made.
- James Suckling

Aug 14, 2008  JOHN ANTHONY  Sauvignon Blanc Carneros Church Vineyard 2007 (89 points, $19)
Gobs of tropical fruit flavors—pineapple, passion fruit, mango and papaya—are paired with refreshing acidity, citrus and peach notes, followed by a long, lingering finish. Drink now. 1,485 cases made.
- MaryAnn Worobiec

Aug 13, 2008  KUPELWIESER  Pinot Grigio Alto Adige 2007 (87 points, $15)
Complex aromas of tropical fruit and mineral, with hints of citrus. Full-bodied, with bright acidity and a medium finish. Clean and focused. A solid Pinot Grigio. Drink now. 8,500 cases made.
- James Suckling

Aug 12, 2008  CANTINA GIRLAN  Pinot Grigio Alto Adige Filadonna 2007 (88 points, $16)
Mineral and pear skin aromas, with lemon peel, follow through to a medium body, with good acidity and a long finish. Drink now. 10,000 cases made.
- James Suckling

Aug 11, 2008  CASA LAPOSTOLLE  Merlot Colchagua Valley Cuvée Alexandre Apalta Vineyard 2006 (90 points, $25)
Muscular, with broad cocoa and plum sauce notes leading the way for an ample core of currant confiture and licorice. The rock-solid finish will need some cellaring to stretch out. Best from 2009 through 2011. 10,000 cases imported.
- James Molesworth

Aug 09, 2008  MILLS REEF  Sauvignon Blanc Hawkes Bay Reserve 2007 (89 points, $15)
Fleshy and ripe, with very good depth to lemon curd, mango and candied pink grapefruit flavors. Lemon-lime, horseradish and wet stone undertones linger. Drink now. 4,500 cases made.
- Daniel Sogg

Aug 08, 2008  ALOIS LAGEDER  Pinot Bianco Vigneti delle Dolomiti 2007 (88 points, $16)
This shows lots of sliced green apple and honey on the nose. Full-bodied, with tangy acidity and a vibrant finish. Drink now. 11,000 cases made.
- James Suckling

Aug 07, 2008  CHÂTEAU D'ESCLANS  Côtes de Provence Rosé Whispering Angel 2007 (89 points, $20)
There's a crystal clarity to the berry and cherry flavors. Powerful, almost tannic, with plenty of mineral and spice notes. The long finish lingers with white pepper and wisps of red peach. Drink now through 2011. 7,280 cases made.
- Kim Marcus

Aug 06, 2008  VILLA SPARINA  Monferrato White Montej 2007 (89 points, $15)
Smells like Riesling, with loam, lemon, melon and mineral aromas. Medium- to full-bodied, with bright acidity and a long, flavorful finish of mineral and apricot. A blend of Chardonnay, Müller-Thurgau, Sauvignon and Cortese. Excellent value. Drink now. 1,250 cases imported.
- James Suckling

Aug 05, 2008  TOHU  Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2007 (87 points, $15)
Aromatic and lithe, with tangy lime, sweet pineapple, gravel and grass flavors. Fragrant hyacinth adds intrigue. Drink now. 15,000 cases imported.
- Daniel Sogg

Aug 04, 2008  NGATARAWA  Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough Glazebrook 2007 (88 points, $15)
Offers a streamlined beam of chalk, gravel, grass and lemon-lime flavors. Floral accents and inviting guava nuances add interest. Drink now. 8,000 cases made.
- Daniel Sogg

Aug 02, 2008  CASA LAPOSTOLLE  Cabernet Sauvignon Colchagua Valley Cuvée Alexandre Apalta Vineyard 2006 (90 points, $25)
Really juicy and ripe, with fleshy layers of sweet raspberry and boysenberry fruit riding along red licorice, fruitcake and a nicely embedded vanilla streak. Long, polished finish. Very tasty. Drink now through 2010. 10,000 cases imported.
- James Molesworth

Aug 01, 2008  ELENA WALCH  Pinot Bianco Alto Adige 2007 (89 points, $24)
Aromas of apple pie and honey, with hints of mineral, follow through to a full body, with loads of fruit and a mineral, lime and apple tart aftertaste. Intense. Drink now. 5,900 cases made.
- James Suckling

Jul 31, 2008  ALAIN GRAILLOT  Crozes-Hermitage 2006 (90 points, $30)
Ripe and focused, with tasty plum sauce, black licorice snap, violet and graphite notes. Tangy iron notes enliven the stylish finish. Nicely done. Drink now through 2012. 8,000 cases made.
- James Molesworth