Bandwagon Monterey Chardonnay 2009 11.99/750 ml.
This is a new wine and label from Tony Leonardini, the volunteer fireman from St. Helena and winemaker who has also produced the labels "Volunteer" and "Two- Faced". If the name Leonardini sounds familiar, think Whitehall Lane. Jeff Warzynski says "put this Chardonnay at the top of your list, and be amazed at the low price for the high quality". This Chardonnay was sourced from the Santa Lucia Highlands in Monterey County. The wine was made without any oak fermentation and no malolactic fermentation either. Wine Garage of Calistoga describes it this way, "This is a crisp, clean representation of pure cold climate Chardonnay grapes. The nose reminds me of jasmine flowers right after a rainstorm. On the palate I get honeysuckle, papaya, and Meyer lemons. The wine is rich you may detect some butter, but believe me, those flavors are just from the pure Chardonnay fruit characteristics." Winery price is $17.

Bandwagon Monterey Pinot Noir 2009 13.99/750 ml.
This is a new wine and label from Tony Leonardini, the volunteer fireman from St. Helena and winemaker who has also produced the labels "Volunteer" and "Two- Faced". If the name Leonardini sounds familiar, think Whitehall Lane. Jeff Warzynski says "put this Pinot Noir at the top of your list, and be amazed at the low price for the high quality". Calistoga's Wine Garage offered the 2008 vintage to their wine club, and raved about it, saying, "Red fruits, such as strawberry, cranberry, and pomegranate shine on both the nose and the first sip. Multilayered, complex, and very well-balanced, this Pinot Noir has all the right components that will make your sum- mer alfresco dinner shine." Winery price is $20.

Apothic Red 2008 8.99/750 ml.
Yes, this is a wine brought to the table by Gallo, but even Robert Parker himself wrote glowing things about the 2008 vintage of this red blend. Giving it 87 points (amazing at this price), Parker wrote, "This is one of the greatest bargains I have ever tasted from California. A hedonist's dream, this fruit-bomb exhibits loads of berry fruit, pepper, and spice, silky tannins, and an attractive mouthfeel. Neither heavy nor overly alcoholic." Apothic is a blend of Syrah, Zinfandel, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon that comes from primarily Lodi as well as Sonoma, the Central Coast, and Napa.

Cigar Box Reserve Malbec 2008 11.99/750 ml.
A current top selling red wine at Frugal MacDoogal's. Winery notes: "Sourced from a single vineyard, the grapes for this wine were bunch selected and hand harvested. The wine displays aroma of ripe plum and violets along with subtle hints of vanilla. Of great structure, this wine stands out for its meatiness and intense rich flavor while a soft silky finish balances the overall experience. Drink with grilled meat or salmon." 100% Malbec from Mendoza, Argentina.

Francis Coppola Presents Rosso 2007 7.99/750 ml.
Here's a very short-term offer on a best-selling red blend: 44% Zinfandel, 34% Syrah, 22% Cabernet Sauvignon. Winery notes: "Rosso offers rich, juicy layers of crushed wild berries, sweet spices, and a hint of dark chocolate. Its smooth tannins make it incredibly food-friendly, so it’s easy to pair with anything from barbecued lamb chops to burgers and lasagne."

Francis Coppola Presents Bianco 2008 7.99/750 ml.
Don't delay, this great price won't last. Bianco is 89% Pinot Grigio, with a touch of Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay. Winery notes: "Bianco Pinot Grigio 2008 is a light, crisp white wine that’s refreshing and versatile. Invite friends over and serve Bianco with appetizers, pair it with light lunch fare, enjoy it at dinnertime with seafood or simply pour yourself a glass to sip on a warm afternoon. Aromas: Citrus, passion fruit, and white blossoms. Flavors: Pink grapefruit, melon, and peaches."

Snowline Columbia Valley Riesling 2007 6.99/750 ml.
Just announced! $3 Off. Tasting notes: "An off-dry style of Riesling, perfect for those who find conventional Rieslings to be too sweet. Smooth, round mouthfeel with mineral, peach and canned pear notes. Pair this one with Chinese take-out, chicken with mango chutney or grilled fish."

Château Guichot Bordeaux Rouge 2008 14.99/750 ml.
Blend of 60% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 20% Cabernet Franc. "In 2008, Karine and Sebastien Petit acquired this 42-acre vineyard in the small village called Saint-Antoine du Queyret, located in the center of Entre-Deux-Mers. This wine won 2 Gold Medal awards at the Bordeaux Wine competition and International Wine Challenge in 2009. Tasting notes: Complex nose, red fruits and wood. Rounded, aromatic and lightly spicy in the mouth." The 2008 vintage could turn out to be the strongest since 2005. The early arrivals such as this show an aromatic ripe fruit character with subtle mineral and floral tones.

Château Du Charron Bordeaux Rouge 2008 12.99/750 ml.
The history of the Château du Charron goes back to the 17th century. The Château is located in the small village of Lugasson, in the Entre-Deux-Mers region at about 30 miles from the center of Bordeaux. Tasting notes: "Intense red garnet color. Complex nose with blackcurrant and spice. On the palate the wine is round, fruity and sappy, with mellow tannins." Serve with grilled meats, cheeses, or at a dinner party. The 2008 vintage could turn out to be the strongest since 2005. The early arrivals such as this show an aromatic ripe fruit character with subtle mineral and floral tones.

Pizzolato Piave Organic (No Sulfites Added) Merlot 2008 13.99/750 ml.
The 25-acres of Merlot vineyards are situated on the plains and hillsides near the Piave River, north of Treviso. This wine is 100% Merlot, fermented in stainless vats and completely unoaked. No sulfites are added and all grapes are grown organically. Tasting notes: "Aromas of smoked nuts, spicy raspberry-rhubarb pie crust, pink peppercorn and chive follow through on a buoyant entry to a dry-yet-fruity medium body with good balance and tangy green tomato and melon rind like acidity. Finishes with toasty cedar notes and a chalky, firm tannin fade." Also available at the same price: Pizzolato Piave Organic (No Sulfites Added) Cabernet Sauvignon 2008. Tasting notes: "Interesting aromas of honeyed roasted pineapple, currant pie, and roasted green pepper are oddly reminiscent of fine aged tequila and follow through on a round, supple entry to a dryish medium-to-full body with tart, tangy cranberry notes and a crisp, juicy herb and cedar accented fade. Rated 89 points."

Pizzolato Piave (Organic) Pinot Grigio 13.99/750 ml.
This wine is 100% Pinot Grigio, from an 18-acre vineyard on the plains and hillsides near PIAVE river, north of Treviso. Wine Enthusiast 84 points. Green Wine Competition winner. Won 'Best Organic White' at the Denver International Wine Competition. Wine Enthusiast notes: "An easygoing Pinot Grigio with a thin, watery mouthfeel and measured aromas of citrus, white mineral and passion fruit." Beverage Tasting Institute notes: "Caramelized pistachios and honeyed green pear aromas follow through on a soft entry to a dryish light-to-medium body with tangy baked apple and kiwi notes. Finishes in a quick, slightly pithy, nutshell accented fade with chalky fruit tannins."

Cool Woods Barossa Shiraz 2008 13.99/Liter
Here is a Shiraz to like. First, you're getting a Liter for what you would expect to pay for 750 ml. That's 1/3 more wine, or alternatively, you get the same number of glasses per bottle, but the pour is much more generous! And this Shiraz is fantastic, by unanimous decree of the Frugal's wine team. It over-delivers. Tasting notes: "The nose is quite elegant and of a cool climate; with plenty of Shiraz spiciness. The palate is medium weighted with rich confection like jubey fruit. The palate is sweet and lush with velvety tannins. It finished with good length of sweet fruit and a hint of oak."

Morse Code Padthaway Shiraz 2008 9.99/750 ml.
First of all, this wine is from Henry's Drive, the same winery that makes Pillar Box, as well as the highly esteemed namesake Shiraz, Dead Letter Office and Parson's Flat. Morse Code Shiraz is "a fruit-driven wine with minimal oak to allow the fruit flavors and regional characters to be at the forefront. The wine shows fruit characters of blueberries and cherries with hints of licorice and touches of spice and pepper." 100% Shiraz, 14.7% alcohol, mostly unbaked, but a small portion finished fermentation in barrel.

Douglas Green South Africa Sauvignon Blanc 2009 8.99/750 ml.
A perky dry white with attractive tropical pineapple aromas and a zesty citrus finish.

Wild Hare Chardonnay or Pinot Grigio 4.99/750 ml.
It's cute, it's inexpensive, and it's very palatable. And you'll find it on display just before the check out lanes.

Wild Hare Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir, or Cabernet Sauvignon 4.99/750 ml.
It's cute, it's inexpensive, and it's very palatable. And you'll find it on display just before the check out lanes.

Philippe De Rothschild Baron Henri Medoc Red 2006 14.99/750 ml.
Winery notes: "Deeply colored with a cherry tint, the wine has a nicely open, ample and concentrated nose that reveals black berry fruit and some intense licorice and cherry-stone notes, enhanced by a refined and elegant touch of chocolate." Also available in the Baron Philippe line: Baron Carl Saint-Emilion Red 2006 is $19.99.

Goats Do Roam South Africa Red 2008 9.99/750 ml.
Winemaker's tasting notes: "Vibrant ruby red colour. Cedar, anise and fleshy fruit on the nose. Medium bodied palate, but good length and structure carrying to a long finish. Blackberry fruit and supple tannins." This is Fairview Vintner Charles Back's fanciful blend of Syrah (61%), Cinsaut (14%), Mourvedre (13%), Grenache (8%), and Carignan (4%), sourced from coastal regions of South Africa. A fun wine named as a play on words to pay homage to similar blends from Cotes Du Rhone in France.

Cote 125 Corbières Red Blend 2007 13.99/750 ml.
The 2007 vintage for the Southern Rhone Valley in France is the best in over a decade, rating a 98 overall by Robert Parker. That greatness also carries over to the wines of the Languedoc region, which is not too far from the Rhone Valley. This discovery from the 2007 vintage delivers tremendous quality for the money. This is a blend of Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre and Carignan. "Medium-bodied, this wine carries notes of currant, black pepper, and a little bit of earth to compliment marinated, spice-rubbed, or peppercorn-encrusted steaks and meats."

Note Bleue Cotôs De Provence Rosé 2009 10.99/750 ml.
A wine for all seasons, but especially summer in the south. A blend of 80% Cinsault and 20% Grenache, sources from Provence. Versatile and refreshing with its fruit-forward approach, yet dry enough to work with a variety of foods, from spicy dishes to simple fare. The nose exhibits wild flowers and nutmeg, and the red fruit flavors are persistent throughout the glass. Serve it with a good chill.

Wily Jack California Chardonnay 2008 8.99/750 ml.
Winery notes: "This is a pleasing and unpretentious wine showing fresh tropical and citrus notes joined by fragrant notes of apple and baking spices. The supple palate is laden with flavors of pineapple and bright lemon zest. The warm-climate ripe fruit marries nicely with the bright acidity from cooler regions, resulting in a wine with medium acidity that can be enjoyed on its own or paired with an array of foods."

Wily Jack California Zinfandel 2007 8.99/750 ml.
Winery notes: "This is an adventurous Zinfandel showing an abundance of ripe fruit flavors. Jammy plum and blackberry flavors follow scents of ripe juicy fruit and cinnamon and nutmeg spices. Sweet vanilla and toasty flavors from the oak aging give this wine added interest and lead to a pleasing finish." Also available at the same price: Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 and Chardonnay 2008.

Irma La Tage California White Wine 2008 10.99/750 ml.
Winery notes: "Very clean fruit-forward aromas of stone fruit. the Viognier dominates the early flavors on the palate with bright juicy fruit, and the chardonnay carries the mid palate and the clean, crisp finish." The composition is: Viognier (55%) and Chardonnay/Chenin Blanc (45%), mostly from Lodi. Alcohol 12.7%. Just a hint of residual sugar (0.4 g/100 ml.). "Irma La Tage… A menage of the superb wines of Northern California, influenced by the great Northern Rhone wine region Hermitage, the classic early 20th century impressionistic nudes by Amedeo Modigliani, and the award-winning vintage Hollywood film 'Irma la Duce'."

Alamos Malbec 2009 7.99/750 ml.
Winery notes: "Winemaker Felipe Stahlschmidt observed flavors of dark cherry and blackberry fruit in this 2009 Alamos Malbec, with integrated spice and vanilla oak characteristics. The wine has a full structure and a long, lingering finish which makes it enjoyable now, or for years to come." Anyone who knows this wine, knows the great ratings Wine Spectator has given it (90 points 2008). Definitely stock up!

Steele Shooting Star Lake County Zinfandel 2007 12.99/750 ml.
Winery notes: "This wine has aromas of raspberry and other ripe black fruit, butter, and just a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg. The tannins and acids in this wine are soft but distinct. Cedar tones with just a hint of plum make the finish a wonderful explanation point. For the Shooting Star Zin, we seek a fresher, fruitier style when compared to our old-vine Steele Zinfandels. We source two younger vineyards in Lake County for this wine: Hansmith and Duncan."

Renwood Sierra Foothills Zinfandel 2006 8.99/750 ml.
Winery notes: "The 2006 Sierra Foothills Zinfandel displays aromas of cherry, plums and nutmeg. The flavors mirror the aromas and give the wine a fresh fruit flavor with a spicy aftertaste. This lighter style of Sierra Foothills Zinfandel is smooth and luscious." Save $3 off the regular price for a limited time. Also available at the same price: Sierra Foothills Syrah 2005.

Los Cowboys Mendoza Torrontes 2009 11.99/750 ml.
Los Cowboys is a fair trade wine. That means with every glass of Los Cowboys you can directly help the grower, their community and the environment. Los Cowboys benefits approximately 300 small family growers and their immediate families. Click Here for more about this fair trade project. This wine is 100% Torrontes, fermented in all stainless steel. Tasting notes: "Refreshing! with an aromatic nose of tropical fruits, honey, melon and a delightful finish."

Los Cowboys Mendoza Malbec 2008 11.99/750 ml.
Los Cowboys is a fair trade wine. That means with every glass of Los Cowboys you can directly help the grower, their community and the environment.Los Cowboys benefits approximately 300 small family growers and their immediate families. Click Here for more about this fair trade project. Tasting notes: " Sourced from 90-year-old vines, this wine is 95% Malbec, with 5% Bonarda added for complexity. Beverage Testing Institute rating: 88 points, Highly Recommended. Tasting notes: "Bold aromas of chocolate covered espresso beans and cherry-berry custard follow through on a rich, round entry to a dry-yet-fruity medium-to-full body with tangy berry, melon, and citrus notes. Finishes in a lively cocoa-spice and toasted cedar fade with supple, powdery tannins."

Angels Landing Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2008 14.99/750 ml.
A new arrival and Frugal MacDoogal Nashville exclusive is Angels Landing Pinot Noir, from Sonoma Coast, where beautiful Pinot Noir originates. Tasting notes: "Bold yet graceful this Pinot shows complex aromas of dark cherries, wild balckberries and delicate floral notes, complemented by rich fruit flavors and soft tannins. This lush pinot Noir is ready to enjoy now yet will continue to evolve." We recommend this one for quality and price.

Korbel Brut or Extra Dry California Sparkling Wine 9.99/750 ml.
Now your go-to "California Champagne" is on special. So it's a perfect choice to add cheer to the holidays.

The Show California Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 14.99/750 ml.
Winery notes: "Inspired by the bold iconic imagery from the Nashville poster icon, this barn-stormer Cabernet Sauvignon is big and bold with lots of dried black cherries and jammy preserves with layers of spice and sweet vanilla. The composition is: 42% Monterey County Cabernet Sauvignon, 28% Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Monterey County Merlot, 6% Napa Valley Cabernet Franc, 3% Dry Creek Valley Petite Sirah and 3% Napa Valley Petit Verdot."