Summer Sipping:  Outstanding Wine, Amazing Prices

Your 4th of July plans just got easier with our fantastic selection of wine from around the world.  Nothing on this list costs more than $12.99, yet you'll be proud to serve these wines for special occasions or everyday meals.

2008 Barker's Marque "Ranga Ranga" Sauvignon Blanc ($10.99)

Region:  Marlborough, New Zealand

Rating:  Wine Advocate 86 points

Style:  Bright, crisp and lively, with gooseberry, grapefruit, lime and grassy notes

Serve with:  Seafood, goat cheese, spicy Asian cuisine

2009 Chateau du Donjon Rose ($12.99)

Region: Minervois, Languedoc, France

Grapes:  40% Syrah, 40% Cinsault, 20% Grenache

Style:  Dry, crisp and fruity, with notes of strawberry, red cherries and plums.

Serve with:  Salads, seafood, sipping on the deck

2007 Di Majo Norante Cabernet Sauvignon ($10.99)

Region:  Molise, Italy

Rating:  Wine Advocate 89 points in 2006

Style:  Medium to full-bodied, supple, juicy, with notes of chocolate, blackberry

Serve with:  Grilled steaks, chops

2008 Falesco Vitiano Rosso ($9.99)

Region:  Umbria, Italy

Rating:  Wine Advocate 89 points

Grapes:  Equal parts Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sangiovese

Style:  Medium-bodied, soft, easy drinking, with notes of red cherries and toasted oak.

Serve with: Spaghetti Bolognese

2007 Selection Laurence Feraud "Plume Bleue" ($12.99)

Region:  Rhone, France

Rating:  Wine Advocate 87 points

Grapes:  Equal parts Syrah and Grenache

Style:  Medium to full-bodied, round, ripe, with notes of cherry, earth, pepper and spice

Serve with:  Grilled sausage, sharp cheese, pizza