86

$8

Casa Lapostolle Sauvignon Blanc Rapel Valley 2002 Chile’s whites have improved tremendously over the past few years. This one’s crisp with an herbal edge.

86

$11

Bodega Catena Zapata Chardonnay Mendoza Alamos 2002 If you like big, buttery Chardonnays, this Argentine bottling is a great choice.

85

$13

Echelon Viognier Clarksburg Esperanza Vineyard 2001 This exotic grape variety from the Loire valley makes a rich, floral wine with notes of peach and honey.

85

$9

Michel Lynch Sauvignon Blanc Bordeaux 2001 From the outstanding 2001 vintage, this blend of Sauvignon blanc and Semillon is great with smoky grilled chicken. 85

$10

Viedos de Nieva Rueda 2001 Spain is not well known for whites, but this firm, refreshing wine makes a nice change of pace with its pear and almond flavors.