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Apr. 16, 2013: SILENI Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough Cellar Selection 2012 (86 points, $13)

A juicy blend of green apple, green papaya, pear and lemon flavors balanced on a crisp frame. Drink now. 10,000 cases made. —MaryAnn Worobiec

Apr. 15, 2013: MEZZACORONA Cabernet Sauvignon Vigneti delle Dolomiti 2010 (87 points, $10)

A well-cut crowd-pleaser, with lightly juicy flavors of cassis, blackberry and wild strawberry accented by hints of anise, vanilla and graphite. Drink now through 2016. 50,000 cases made. —Alison Napjus

Apr. 13, 2013: MONTGRAS Sauvignon Blanc San Antonio Valley Reserva 2012 (87 points, $12)

The white peach and lime notes are accented by sea salt and citrus zest in this ripe white. Drink now. 7,500 cases imported. —Nathan Wesley

Apr. 12, 2013: GIESEN Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2012 (86 points, $12)

The bright notes of lemon, pear and pineapple are balanced on a crisp frame, with fragrant Meyer lemon zest on the finish. Drink now. 21,125 cases imported. —MaryAnn Worobiec

Apr. 11, 2013: ADEGA CONDES DE ALBAREI Albariño Rias Baixas 2011 (87 points, $12)

Pear, green almond, fresh herb and floral notes mingle in this round, smooth white. Smoke and mineral notes add interest, while firm acidity maintains focus. Drink now through 2014. 100,000 cases made. —Thomas Matthews