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This is a seriously good deal on a perfect summer wine. New Zealand has its Marlborough, and California has its Carneros. Yet when it comes to world-class wines made from Sauvignon Blanc that represent jaw-dropping value, Chile's Casablanca Valley may trump them all. Mouthwatering and endlessly refreshing, this Sauvignon Blanc from the heart of the Casablanca Valley in Chile captures everything we love about this white grape -- herbal, fruity perfumes, a wash of juicy, citrus-inspired flavors, and a crisp, enlivening finish. Equally great with food or simple quaffing.

Viña Quintay, and its sister label, Clava, work with eight different growers in this breathtaking valley, nestled in the country's coastal range of mountains called the Cordillera de la Costa. The vineyard soils reflect the gradual erosion of the mountains; topsoils are comprised of sand and red clay, while deeper down the mountains' core of granite and quartz rock gives wines great minerality. Poor soils combined with a maritime environment is the mother lode for cool-weather varietal wines—which is why Casablanca is Chile's best source for Sauvignon Blanc.

This wine was imported to sell for $16.99, and is well worth it. But that was before we sharpened our pencils and applied “Legendary Pricing.” How about $8.99 with free shipping on a 6 bottle purchase?

Here’s another Chilean Sauvignon Blanc from the Casablanca Valley that’s offered at “Legendary Pricing”:

Armador Sauvignon Blanc 2009

Regular Price : $12.99  Sale Price: $8.99  

"Pale yellow in color with green reflections. Dry grass, green lime, yellow grapefruit and fresh citric dominate the aromas. The attack is fresh and mineral, filling the mouth with concentrated citrus flavors. The bright acidity continues into a long finish." Winemaker Notes