We re-visit the wines of Chile, for decades one of our favorite "exotic" locales for good deals in fine wine.

Co-Host Al Spoler has a passionate love affair with Beaujolais which he says is such a likeable wine. But these days, he finds himself gravitating to the higher end which is known as the Cru Beaujolais. And co-host Hugh Sisson says these red wines are actually terrific value these days.

Al and Hugh have commented once again that it’s time to go back to the old country. Some of the greatest wines come from Italy come from the Veneto region of Italy, and the famous red that comes from there is Valpolicella.

As the Jewish Holidays continue between now and the end of the year, the Cellar Notes connoisseurs (Al Spoler & Hugh Sisson) have been sampling several Kosher wines and discuss their recommendations and how the number of Kosher wines producers have dramatically increased in the last 20-30 years.

Both Al and Hugh have had a long-standing love affair with the wines of Alsace, some the best wines in the world…with their friend Sipp Mack in the beautiful little village of Alsace. And Hugh is getting ready to return to Alsace in a few weeks.

Continuing the theme of last week, Al & Hugh continue to explore an under appreciated wine from Washington State.

Washington State Whites - A decent wine, described as very good and superb wine. VALUE = exceptional quality for the money.

California Red Blends(Although California excels at single variety reds, there are many red blends that are tasty and very affordable.)

Spanish Reds(Al likes nothing more than staying in touch with some of his favorite red wines in the entire world, the tintas of Spain.)

Al revisits his old favorite and finds some very nice wines to write home about.