($16, E&J Gallo): It has the piercing citric — really limey — character we have grown to expect from Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, but a touch of minerality amplifies its appeal. 91 Michael Apstein May 16, 2006… Read more

($16): While many Marlborough Sauvignons grab and then pierce your tongue, Jackson Estate’s 2004 conveys a different style; mostly, I think, because of the extra year of age. Not quite as electrifying, but still plenty lively and fresh, its earthy minerality captivates and adds complexity.… Read more

($60, Kobrand): Craggy Range Winery, an outstanding producer specializing in wines from single vineyards, has entered the upscale Syrah sweepstakes with their Le Sol offering. Their philosophy is that unique wines arise from unique growing conditions; hence their single vineyard focus.… Read more