Two of my favorites that can always be found in the cellar

2005 Robert Mondavi

Fume Blanc - Napa Valley $15-$18

This wine is Composed of 91% Sauvignon Blanc, and 9% Semillon with the grapes all originating in Napa Valley part from the Stag's Leap District, and part from the esteemed To Kalon Vineyard in Oakville.

The aroma will hit you with ripe melon, followed by pear, and then a hint of flinty stone. Raise it to your lips and the melon and pear flavors show up first, then with a little bit of orange citrus and few mineral notes to make you wonder.

What is Fume Blanc? It is very similar to the classic Sauvignon Blanc, with a definitive twist. Sauvignon Blanc is typically made in stainless steel only, while Fume Blanc or at least a good portion of it is aged in oak barrels to bring out a totally different creamy flavor and subtle smokey notes.

Fleur de California 2006

Pinot Noir - Carneros - $12-$16

This is a bright fruit forward wine coming from the Carnros Region at the start of the Sonoma Valley. Made of 100% Pinot Noir that sees 8 months in French Oak.

Fleur smells of ripe cherries and cranberries with a bit of spice.

In the mouth the fruit flavors run strong similar to the aroma, with cherry dominanting followed by nuances of pepper and gingerbread.

Don't even think of putting this wine on the rack, as it is made in a fruit forward style for you to enjoy today.

Look at http://www.wine-searcher.com/ to find where you can pick these wines up localy.