Ampakama Casa Montes Syrah 2008, San Juan, Argentina: Deep, rich and plush with amazing depth of flavor. Syrah is a specialty of the San Juan Valley and it shows in this wine. Some spicy notes with roses and black fruit. Good grip with the tannins so decant 1-2 hours. 14% XD 750 mL  $10.00 Score: 90/100. June 12, 2009 Full Review

Kaiken Icon Malbec 2007, Mendoza, Argentina: This as yet unnamed flagship wine for Kaiken is breath-taking in it's scope and depth. It's made by blending Malbec grapes from different vineyards that the estate owns. Classic, deep, rich and redolent of dark fruit and smoke. A wine for collectors. 14% XD 750 mL Score: 95/100. June 12, 2009 Full Review

Caliterra Caliterra Vineyard, Estate Grown Caliterra Reserva Sauvignon Blanc 2009, Curicó Valley, Chile: Loaded with fresh mango and tropical fruit notes. This is exceptional value and quality for the price. Some pink grapefruit and green melon on the finish. Mouth-watering a dn delicious as an aperitif or versatile food companion. Drink: 2009-0. 275909 13% D 750 mL  $8.95 Score: 88/100. January 6, 2010 Full Review

Spy Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2009, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Grassy, lime-citrus and still great at this price. Lively and zesty with mouth-watering acidity. Wonderful! Drink: 2011-2013. 199968 13% XD 375 mL  $10.95 Score: 88/100. February 19, 2011 Full Review