Not sure if it was this one (it didn't list Chardonnay). Pinot Gris on the nose, with lots of pears. More like a California Sauv Blanc on the palate. Simple but solid. $7

Wow, best Champagne I've ever had. Subtle toasty nose. On the palate, gorgeous - the fruit hits right on the attack, and the massive flavors transform at every second through the lingering finish to make a beautiful arc. Fruit salad, with lemon and biscuit, and a very slight hint of foxiness. Amazing acidity, and a bizarre, almost tannic grip. Delicious. $128

In-your-face flavors, pleasant but simple, with a rustic texture. Creamy and effervescent. Quite dry. Only a slight foxiness. $64

Blackberry and oak nose. Simple, slightly earthy, but definite malbec. Unexciting. $16

Another acclaimed Washington Syrah that I definitely appreciate but don't necessarily love. This is very similar to the Owen Roe Chapel Block and the Cayuse Armada, with a bizarre wild funky blackberry and blueberry nose with talc. Smooth, oaky, dry, elegant, restrained. $57

Amazing nose - stately, structured, exotic, representative. Very tannic, acidic. Talc, granny flavors. Just a massive but elegant bottle of wine that's nowhere near its peak, but is gorgeous right now. $80