Readers looking for perfume, body, and intensity should check out the 2003 The Hermit Crab Marsanne/Viognier. This excellent value offers copious amounts of honeysuckle and floral notes and a medium-bodied, gorgeously fruity, nicely textured personality. The finish is dry as well as authoritative. Drink it over the next 12-24 months. Importer: Rob McDonald, Old Bridge Cellars, Napa, CA; tel. (707) 258-9552

Smooth and polished, balanced with lively acidity to set off the ripe pear, litchi and floral flavors, which persist beautifully on the long, deft finish. Drink now through 2008. 1,500 cases imported.??–HS??Region: Australia / McLaren Vale Select to Add