Check out the 2006 Devinci Podium. It an AL frame with 105 9 speed components. Or you can get the 2006 Devinci Silverstone with an AL frame, carbon seat stays and 105 10 speed components. Wheels of bloor in Toronto has both bikes currently on sale for $1000 (Canadian) and $1300 (Canadian) respectively. I'm not sure where you're located but I believe they do ship internationally.
I have a Devinci Cx carbon bike (a bit more expensive) and my gf has the Podium. Both great bikes.
Good luck.