I only know what I like - and what's expensive to some is cheap to others. With that in mind, Bob and I like:
Domaine Carneros La Reve Sparkling wine
Toad Hill Amiplexus - also sparkling
Chateau St. Jean Merlot
The Penfolds reserve blend
several others that I can't think of right offhand but give me time and I will!
Joanne