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In anticipation of spring, we've been tasting more whites and have stumbled upon a few interesting blends. If you're looking for something more complex than a straight varietal, try to the following. We've hand-picked six of our recent favorites.

2007 Champalou Vouvray Chenin Blanc, Loire, France ($20)
With citrus fruits on the nose, a sweet – but not overwhelming -- mid-palate, and a sweeping floral finish, this is a delightful and elegant wine made of Vouvray and Chenin Blanc grapes.

2007 Tablas Creek Vineyard Esprit De Beaucastel Blanc, Paso Robles ($30)
A honeysuckle nose is followed by a palate with very nice, approachable mineralities and a very balanced structure. Grape composition is as follows: Roussanne (68%), Grenache Blanc (22%) and Picpoul Blanc (10%).

Find four more interesting white blends after the jump...