Miguel Torres, Central Valley (Chile) Sauvignon Blanc “Las Mulas” 2009

($10, Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.):  This lovely Sauvignon Blanc walks the fine line between pleasantly pungent and aggressively herbal.  It delivers it herbal notes with grace.  There’s no doubting it’s Sauvignon Blanc, but it doesn’t shout.  In short, it’s balanced and far more refined that you’d expect at the price.  It’s a terrific value and not to be missed. 89 Michael Apstein Oct 5, 2010