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1. 2004 Chateau Fonplegade St Emilion Grand Cru Classe

An intense, full bodied and well defined wine with a dramatically long finish, Château Fonplégade possesses deep purple color, sweet notes of red and black fruits and a hint of both crushed rock and new oak.

2. 2004 Chateau Lagarosse Les Comtes Premieres Cotes de Bordeaux

This Bordeaux blend is a joy to drink with its elegant black fruit, hints of tobacco and leather, and soft wood tones.

3. 2004 Michel-Schlumberger Cabernet Sauvignon

Allspice, nutmeg, clove, raspberry, and plum all make an appearance in the forefront of this wine.

4. 2005 Cakebread Merlot

A constellation of bright fruit aromas keyed on fresh black cherry, blueberry and plum, with fragrant scents of rose petal, tea-leaf, tobacco and cocoa adding interest and complexity. On the compact, supple palate, vibrant cherry, blackberry and cassis flavors are enlivened by a zesty black-tea spiciness that segues into a long, cocoa-tinged finish.

5. 2005 Chateau Lagarosse Premieres Cotes de Bordeaux

A harmonious blend of layered bright and rich berry fruit flavors, Château Lagarosse seduces the palate with a silky smooth texture and lingering finish.

6. 2005 Chateau Roc de Candale St Emilion Grand Cru

Château Roc de Candale is a lively and concentrated wine offering lush aromas of cherry and vanillin oak, a layered mouthfeel, good tannic structure and a long, well balanced finish.

7. 2005 Fleur de Fonplegade St Emilion Grand Cru

Château Fleur de Fonplégade is a clean, well focused wine displaying abundant up front plum and red fruit flavors, medium body, fine-grained tannins and a bright, fruit-tinged finish.

8. 2005 Hitching Post Highliner Pinot Noir

Wine Spectator review: "Elegantly styled, with ripe plum, blackberry and cherry fruit that's subtle, delicate and well balanced."

9. 2005 Les Deux Tours France Sauvignon Blanc

From the Loire Valley of France, this rich and round wine offers notes of minerals, wet stone, green apple, grapefruit and herbs.

This wine featured in The World of Wine Wine Club

10. 2005 Lewis Merlot

Wine Spectator Rating 92: Tight as a drum, but trich and deeply structured underneath. Shows aromas of black currant, mineral and spice, with intense blackberry, espresso and toasty oak flavors that end with firm tannins.

11. 2005 Lewis Napa Syrah

Wine Spectator Rating 94: A ripe, rich, grapey, concentrated, forward style that firms up nicely, with structured plum, wild berry, blackberry and boysenberry flavors that coat the palate. Builds intensity and depth on the finish...persistent aftertaste.

12. 2005 Michel-Schlumberger Merlot

An engaging violet aroma, joined by a hint of leather, leads to flavors of jammy dark fruit, assorted berries and cocoa.

13. 2005 PlumpJack Merlot

Classic aromas of ripe plums, black cherry, ripe currants and clove jump form the glass. Rich, vibrant flavors of blackberry, soy, dark chocolate and vanilla coat the palate. -Wine Spectator

14. 2005 Qupe Dark Ride Syrah

15. 2005 Robert Foley Claret

Wine Advocate Rating 94: Possesses a dense purple color in addition to beautiful aromas of creme de cassis, smoke, graphite and cedar. Full-bodied, opulent and voluptuously textured with superb depth and purity in addition to a savory mouthfeel.

16. 2005 Roblar Syrah Barrel Select Susich

100% Syrah fruit from the prestigious Susich Vineyard located in the heart of Santa Ynez. 24 months in 30%new French oak. Showing true Syrah characteristics of supple dark fruit and a soft tannic finish. Aromas and flavors of black cherry, tobacco, subtle spice and chocolate on the finish.

17. 2005 Rombauer Merlot Carneros

Bright plum and pomegranate aromas ready the palate for this elegant and unique wine. Smooth, silky fruit with supple tannins and soft herbal notes finish with a smooth, lingering finish.

18. 2005 Schramsberg Blanc De Blancs

The length of the 2005 growing season allowed for the development of ripe fruit character. Fresh crisp apple, lemon chiffon and juicy pineapple all come to mind. Suggestions of warm brioche and hazelnut lead way to a pleasing palate bursting with ripe apple, key lime and plump apricot. The 2005 Blanc de Blancs finishes with refreshing acidity and a quenching palate.

19. 2005 Schramsberg Blanc De Noirs

Vibrant, displaying appealing aromas of raspberry, spice and lemon crème brûlée, with lush pear, nutty yeast and toast flavors. -Wine Spectator

20. 2005 Schramsberg Brut Rose

Festive aromas of floral raspberry, white chocolate and cinnamon toast lead to crisp yet creamy apple, cherry and spicy yeast flavors. -Wine Spectator