Catena Chardonnay 2010, Mendoza, Argentina: Oh yum! Buttery richness drips around a green apple core of vibrancy. Full-bodied, but not heavy. One of the best chardonnays I have tasted in a while. Drink: 2012-2017.  918805  13.50%  XD  750 mL  $19.95  Score: 92/100. April 14, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Brokenwood Shiraz 2009, Mclaren Vale Beechworth, South Australia Victoria, Australia: Lovely and balanced: not too heavy but definitely full-bodied. Love the mouth-feel on this luxurious red. Layers of fleshy blackcurrants and plums. Yum! Drink: 2012-2016.  265975  14%  XD  750 mL  $29.95  Score: 92/100. April 14, 2012 Full Review

Shingleback Shiraz 2007, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Juicy and dark with black plums and berries. Some lovely dark spices on the finish. Drink: 2012-2015.  57844  14.50%  XD  750 mL  $24.95  Score: 90/100. April 14, 2012 Full Review

St. Francis Chardonnay 2009, Sonoma County, California, United States: Full-bodied and rich with toasty oak and green apple notes. Drink: 2012-2016.  317131  14.50%  XD  750 mL  $19.95  Score: 90/100. April 14, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review