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Caliterra Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Curico Valley, Chile: A grassy, herbal, zesty Chilean white wine made from Sauvignon Blanc grapes. Very well priced for the quality. These grapes are grown in one of the country's cool climate regions. The winery owns 1085 hectares or 2681 acres of land of which 75% is untouched land. Cool nights and gentle breezes temper the sun's heat. Errazuriz owns 50% of this winery. Aromas of tomato leaf and lime zest on the finish. Pair with fresh seafood. Drink: 2014-2016. 275909 13% D 750 mL  $8.95 Score: 87/100. September 18, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review
ARA Wines Pathway Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Marlborough, New Zealand: Zesty and fresh New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc that has more lime citrus brightness than herbal grassy notes. Great price. Pair with fresh seafood and salads or spinach quiche. Drink: 2014-2016. 416222 13.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. September 18, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Enchanting Feta Cheese Wine Full Review
Kim Crawford Small Parcels Spitfire Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: This is a more complex and richly woven Sauvignon Blanc than the winery's entry-level version. There's a longer pungency and persistence of flavours. Very mouth-filling and luscious with surprising lift and vibrancy. Winemaker Anthony is after more ripe tropical fruit in this expression, such as passion fruit, melon, and guava. So vibrant and expressive with clean slate and white citrus on the finish. Pair with mussels, oysters and scallops. Drink: 2014-2018. 38240 12.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 94/100. December 12, 2015 Top Rated White Wine. Blissful Blue Cheese Wine Full Review
Spice Route Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Darling, Swartland W.O., South Africa: Juicy with passionfruit, lime, lemon and cut grass. Crisp and clean with lots of mouth-watering action from racy acidity. Pair with clams or mussels. Drink: 2014-2017. 235895 14% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 91/100. October 24, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review
Fetzer Sundial Chardonnay 2013, California, United States: A full-bodied and luscious Californian Chardonnay with layers of butterscotch and vanilla smoke from oak aging. Some peach notes on the mid palate. Good quality for the price. Pair with roasted chicken. Drink: 2013-2016. 291674 13% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 87/100. September 18, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Full Review
Chateau St. Jean Pinot Noir 2012, Napa Valley, California, United States: Supple and juicy with flavours of ripe and tart cherry and red field berries. Almost full-bodied. Pair with planked salmon. Drink: 2012-2017. 308221 13.80% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. May 20, 2015 Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

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