2007 Hopler ... $12 / $42 Burgenland Austria HOPE-lehr 100% Pinot Blanc Enticing aromas of melon, morning dew, crushed peach, and tangerine. Gracefully balanced texture and weight.

2006 Kartäuserhof - "Steinterrassan" ... $10 / $35 Wachau Austria kahrt-hoy-zer-hof - shtyn-teh-rah-sehn 100% Grüner Veltliner Highly expressive and medium bodied, showing notes of citrus zest, fresh pear, white pepper, spearmint, and fennel.

2007 Domaine Gerard Metz ... $12 / $44 Alsace France zher-ahr metz 100% Gewürztraminer Floral and spice aromatics over round honeysuckle, melon and lychee flavors. A touch of minerality leads to the finish.

2007 Domaine Paul Blanck ... $10 / $36 Alsace France 100% Riesling Aromas and flavors of zesty citrus, wet stone, white pepper and hints of spice. Medium bodied and very dry.

2007 Chateau La Rame ... $11 / $38 Bordeaux France sha-toh lah rahm Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc Bold, pithy citrus and notes of grass and minerals. Vibrant and pleasantly tart with a clean finish.

2007 Joseph Drouhin ... $15 / $54 Rully Côte Chalonnaise Burgundy France zho-zef droo-ahn 100% Chardonnay Charming and polished, showing toasty pear, macadamia, pineapple, fresh mint, banana, vanilla bean and mineral.

2007 Chateau de Montfort ... $11 / $40 Vouvray Loire France sha-toh duh mohn-fohr 100% Chenin Blanc Aromas of walnuts, dried apples, citrus zest and straw yield to surprising flavors of citrus, mint, honey and tea.

2006 Château de la Ragotière Vieilles Vignes, Sur Lie, 1er ... $10 / $35 Muscadet Sèvre et Maine Loire France sha-toh duh la rah-goh-tyehr 100% Muscadet Fine-spun in texture, with enticing aromas and flavors of lemon zest, yellow apple, fresh bread and white pepper.

2006 Jean Reverdy et fils - "La Reine Blanche" ... $13 / $45 Sancerre Loire France zhan reh-vur-dee - la riyn blansh 100% Sauvignon Blanc Refined and silky, showing hints of white grapefruit, fresh minty herbs and damp minerals. Citrus lingers on the finish.

2008 Château de Campuget ... $10 / $37 Vin de Pays du Gard Rhone France sha-toh duh kam-pew-zhay 100% Viognier Very fragrant, with peach, honeysuckle, melon and start anise on the nose and palate. Supple and soft mouthfeel.

2007 von Schleinitz - "Weisenberg" Kabinett ... $12 / $42 Mosel Germany fohn shly-nits 100% Riesling Bright, zesty and refreshingly sweet. Loaded with lime and pear fruit, mingled with flowers, slate and pine.

2006 Tenuta Carretta - "Il Sorello" ... $17 / $65 Gavi Italy teh-NOO-tah kah-REH-tah - ihl soh-REH-lo 100% Cortese Complex balance of citrus, minerals and damp cave notes. Medium bodied and sleek-textured with a very lengthy palate.

2006 Garofoli - "Podium" Classico Superiore ... $15 / $54 Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Marche Italy gah-roh-FOH-lee 100% Verdicchio Wonderfully aromatic. Creamy in texture, with layers of citrus fruit, lemon peel, honey and a touch of banana.

2008 Pisoni ... $11 / $37 Trentino Italy pee-ZOH-nee 100% Nosiola Nose of sweet apricot, tangerine, lemon and wet stones. Bright and refreshing palate, with a slightly peppery finish.

2008 Bottega Vinaia ... $10 / $36 Trentino Italy boh-TAY-gah vih-NAH-ya 100% Pinot Grigio Lively and bright, with apple, mineral, citrus and a hint of almond. Medium bodied and refreshing, with a clean finish.

2008 Bodegas Sierra Virgen ... $7 / $25 Castilla Spain VEER-hen 100% Airén Fresh and bright flavors and aromas of ripe melon, citrus, pear, honeysuckle, finishing with white pepper.

New World White Wines

2008 Jelu ... $8 / $28 Zonda Valley Argentina jeh-LOO 100% Torrontes Highly expressive, showing aromas of flowers, perfume, peach and honeysuckle. Long vibrant palate.

2008 Peter Lehmann - "Layers" ... $9 / $35 Adelaide South Australia Australia Sémillon, Muscat, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay Ripe, round and juicy, showing crushed citrus, melon, peach and a touch of grapefruit. Very fresh and gulp-able.

2007 Shinas Estate - "The Innocent" ... $12 / $44 Victoria Australia SHY-nuhs 100% Viognier Luminous aromas and flavors of orange blossom, yellow apple, honeysuckle and hints of mango. Smooth and lush.

2006 Cape Mentelle ... $13 / $47 Margaret River West Australia Australia 100% Chardonnay Toasty apple, pear and pineapple flavors. Supple and elegant, with excellent balance and a very long, graceful finish.

2009 Cono Sur ... $7 / $25 Valle Central Chile KOH-noh soor 100% Chardonnay Bright and fresh aromas and flavors of white peach, citrus and green apple with a touch of white pepper and mineral.

2008 Craggy Range - "Kidnappers Vineyard" ... $12 / $45 Hawkes Bay Haw New Zealand 100% Chardonnay Steely and restrained, with aromas and flavors of citrus zest, flint, white peach and notes of slate. Finishes clean.

2008 Nobilo - "Icon" ... $11 / $39 Marlborough New Zealand NAH-bih-loh 100% Sauvignon Blanc Vivid grapefruit and lime mingle with subtle notes of herbs and minerals. Medium bodied with zippy acidity.

2006 Grove Mill ... $12 / $43 Marlborough South Island New Zealand 100% Riesling Dramatically perfumed, with persistent and tangy lime, tangerine and pear flavors. Medium bodied and very juicy.

2007 MAN Vintners ... $8 / $28 Coastal Region South Africa 100% Sauvignon Blanc Vibrant aromas of grapefruit, citrus peel, grass and honeysuckle. Hints of minerals follow through to the tart finish.

2008 Fairvalley ... $7 / $24 Darling / Paarl South Africa 100% Chenin Blanc Fresh, bright and crisp, with aromas and flavors of honeydew and citrus zest. Finishes with a touch of white pepper.

2007 Rombauer ... $16 / $60 Carneros Napa Valley California USA ROM-bah-wer 100% Chardonnay Rich, complex nose of warmed toffee, vanilla bean, tropical fruit, pears and peaches. Creamy, lush and long on the palate.

2007 Pessagno Winery ... $12 / $45 Santa Lucia Highlands California USA peh-SAHN-yoh 100% Chardonnay Rich and stylish, with aromas of buttercream, toffee, and passionfruit and pineapple. Rich and creamy through the finish.

2006 Handley ... $9 / $33 Anderson Valley Mendocino California USA 100% Gewürztraminer Ripe, round and spicy, showing pineapple, peach, pear and hints of almonds, white chocolate and lychee.

2007 Trefethen ... $14 / $45 Oak Knoll District Napa Valley California USA 100% Riesling Beautiful nose of citrus, candied lime, peach, ginger and grapefruit. Delicate minerality and a long clean finish.

2008 Whitehall Lane Winery & Vineyards ... $11 / $41 Napa Valley California USA 100% Sauvignon Blanc Complex and aromatic nose of mint, fresh grass, lime zest. Creamy style, with tangerine, melon and grapefruit notes.

NV Sokol Blosser - "Evolution" ... $11 / $40 Oregon USA SOH-kuhl BLAH-ser Pinot Gris, Riesling, Sémillon, Gewürztraminer, Chardonnay Ripe, fruity and floral, showing peach, pear, banana, apple and pineapple. Full bodied and creamy textured.

2007 Adelsheim ... $11 / $20 half-bottle / $37 Willamette Valley Oregon USA ADD-ehls-hime 100% Pinot Gris Crisp and bright, with juicy pear, peach and spice flavors. Slightly creamy, with balanced acidity.

2006 Anne Amie ... $10 / $36 Willamette Valley Oregon USA anne ah-MEE 100% Pinot Gris Toasty notes of flowers, almonds, pear, melon and citrus. Lively acidity, lush mouthfeel and a hint of sweetness.