Lenz Moser Prestige Grüner Veltliner 2012, Niederösterreich, Austria: A refreshing bone-dry wine with zippy notes of limes and white grapefruit. Terrific aperitif. Youthful and invigorating. Lower Austria (Niederösterreich) contains the winemaking sub-appellations of Kremstal, Kamptal and Wachau, among others. This is the winery's flagship Gruner. Lots of acidity. Try it with mussels or clams. Drink: 2013-2015. 71233 12.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 88/100. August 30, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Loosen Bros. Dr. L Riesling 2013, Qualitätswein, Mosel, Germany: This is a wow wine year after year, and the 2013 vintage is no exception. Dr Loosen makes superb white wines at many price levels, this one being an entry level offering but it's no entry level wine in the sense of craftsmanship and flavour. Lime and lemon zest almost leap out of the glass, with delicate white floral and peach notes on the palate. Light- to medium-bodied and perfect for dishes with a touch of sweetness like glazed ham or pasta in a cream sauce. This Qualitätswein Q.B.A. over-delivers on every dimension. Drink: 2014-2018. 599274 8.50% M 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. August 30, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

Amastuola Primitivo 2012, Puglia I.G.P., Italy Drink: 2014-2017. 300004 14% XD 750 mL  $15.95. August 30, 2014 Outstanding Organic Wine Full Review

Simonsig Chenin Blanc 2013, Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa: Dry with attractive white peach and white melon aromas on the nose. Crisp, refreshing aperitif or companion to fresh seafood. Finishes with tropical fruit such as melon and guava. Try this with Asian dishes. Drink: 2013-2016. 981167 13.80% D 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 85/100. August 30, 2014 Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

Fog Head Highlands Series Reserve Pinot Noir 2012, Monterey County, California, United States: Produced by Delicato Family Vineyards, this supple red wine offers sweet cherry-berry aromas and flavours with a medium-bodied and lovely balance. Monterey offers a cool ocean-moderated breezes that result in terrific Pinot Noir, among California's best. Finishes with attractive sandalwood, black cherry, and violets. Good juicy mouth-watering action for roast chicken or planked salmon. Drink: 2013-2018. 212944 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. August 30, 2014 Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review