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BLUE REViEWS Anthony Dias BLUE REVIEWS n each issue, Editor-in-Chief Anthony Dias Blue selects a wide range of the best wines and spirits from among the more than 500 he samples over the course of a month. The reviews are subjective editorial evaluations, made without regard to advertising, and products are scored on a 100-point scale: I 85-90: VERY GOOD 90-94: OUTSTANDING 95-100: CLASSIC Once products are selected for publication, producers and importers will be offered the option of having their review accompanied by an image (bottle photo or label art) for a nominal fee. There is no obligation to add an image, nor does the decision affect the review or score in any way. The “twisty” icon indicates wines sealed with a screwcap closure. For additional Blue Reviews, go to www.tastingpanelmag.com. 2009 Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley ($22) Stylish and juicy with lovely citrus and silky texture; bright apple, racy 92 DOMESTIC 90 Hall Vineyards acidity and great balance. Alta Maria Winery and Vineyards 2008 Chardonnay, Santa Maria Valley ($25) Pure and stunningly honest with perfectly ripe peach and citrus fruit; juicy, long and balanced with lovely texture and finish. Valley ($28) Vibrant and juicy with aromatics, spice and racy acidity; peachy and pure with lovely texture and a long, lively finish. 69% Viognier, 15% Roussanne, 10% Marsanne, 6% Grenache Blanc. 90 Russian River Valley ($29) Tangy citrus and lively acidity; a new look for Jordan that fits nicely; crisp, racy and long with subtle oak and a good finish. 91 56 / the tasting panel / august 2010 Jordan 2008 Chardonnay, Anaba 2007 Coriol, Sonoma Fleurs, Paso Robles ($36) Aromatic and floral with lovely vanilla and elegant tropical fruit; lush and bright with balance, good acid structure and a long, lingering, graceful finish. 91 Paso Robles ($36) Smooth and ripe with juicy plum and berry fruit; rich, long and balanced with depth and bright flavors. 89 Napa Valley ($35) Dense and rich with plum, chocolate and spice; elegant, refined and balanced with depth and style. 90 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley ($44) Lush and dense with ripe plum and cassis; spiced, complex and concentrated with velvety texture and good length. 91 Domaine Georg Rafael Bennett Lane 2006 Maximus, Thacher 2007 Zinfandel, Triumvirate Reserve, DAOU Vineyards 2009 Chemin de