2007 Domaine Servin Chablis "Les Pargues"  $26.10
There is nothing quite like excellent Chablis - the flavors at the core and the texture of wine can be some of the best tasting experiences possible with white wine. And, as we like to say, Chablis is "Chardonnay as God intended it to be." Meanwhile, the combination of exceptional and affordable Chablis is very hard to find, so when we do come across one, we jump at the chance to get it into the club. The wonderful selection from Domaine Servin is sure to please a wide variety of tastes. Profoundly rich without being overbearing or weighty in the glass, this dazzles from first sip with flint-toned lemon notes, caressing the palate with focused flavors and an incredibly long and zesty finish. It's hard not to just drink this by itself, but the strength and acidity of the wine calls for food. Try white-fleshed seafood and shellfish (oysters are just superb with Chablis), herbed chicken, or pasta dishes with white sauces. Serve chilled but not too cold, or the complexity of the wine will be somewhat muted.

2008 Valcantara Garnacha Old Vines  $10.70
This is a just a superb fall wine, with a smooth, fruity and spicy character to take the chill out of the evenings. The Valcantara is made of Grenache from vineyards of more than 40 years old. It opens with flavors of berries, following to lively cherry and leather notes which carry from the nose to the palate. The wine is medium bodied, lush, full, spicy and fruity, with well-placed tannins. It's ideal with any roast or strongly flavored meat dish, as well as a variety of tapas. It's also just a great wine to open the evening with!