The thrill is in the chase. You're serious about wine and take great enjoyment in your collection. Wine is an integral part of your life, and you know the perfect pairings.

Before sampling your vino at an upscale bistro, you swirl your glass furiously, lift it up to your nose and take a big whiff. You dramatically repeat this process a few before taking a sip.

You favor the time-honored tradition of uncorking a bottle of the finest -- you'd never go for the more modern screw-top. And saving leftover wine? Unthinkable! After all, the oxidation process begins as soon as you open the bottle. Why take a chance, dahling?

You live by the motto: what would Robert Parker do?

When buying a wine for a night in with a special someone, your purchased is affected by the annotated tasting notes of wines you’ve loved and loathed.

Wine drinkers in this category will certainly appreciate the best of California: Joseph Phelps Insignia, Opus One, or First Growth Bordeaux like Chateau Margeaux, etc.

As wine insiders, "swirlers" tend to be in the know on all the little under-priced gems--like the wines of Ehren Jordan, winemaker for the Turleys (Screaming Eagle fame), Neyers Vineyards and his own label, Failla.

Another special vintage likely to be sought out by wine connoisseurs: the 2004 Neyers Zinfandel Pato Vineyard. Crafted from 110-year-old vines, its $36 price tag makes it a real steal!

Other fitting picks for this group include:
- 1994 Pichon-Baron, Pauillac
- 2003 Lacombes, Margaux
- 2002 Mount Eden Estate Santa Cruz Chardonnay