There is probably no better "summertime wine" than this. A grape from southern France turns out to be one of the most refreshing ones around. The color is a superb pale yellow with bright hues. The nose is elegant, with aromas of fresh fruit and citrus fruit especially grapefruit. Enjoy all by itself.

Grape • Picpoul
Place • Languedoc-Roussillon, France
FYI • This winery is sustainable.

Since 1973 Citra has produced wines that give a sense of place. It is the efforts of a number of local families who pulled together to make this winery a reality which collectively is an impressive 15,000 acres. This delicately refreshing white has hints of Meyer lemon. Pairs well with oysters or a goat cheese salad.

Grape • Trebbiano
Place • Abruzzo, Italy
FYI • Citra is a Latin adverb meaning "beyond."

"Located in the heart of Portugal: DOC Do Tejo occupies almost the same large area as VR Tejo, on either side of the River Tagus as it flows gently along in a south-westerly direction towards its estuary at Lisbon." Bright notes of cherry try with Bacalhau.

Grape • Tinta Roriz, Alfrocheiro, Touriga Nacional
Place • Dao, Portugal
FYI • The river Tagus (Spanish) is known as Tejo in Portugal.

"This wine is named after The Lewis & Clark Expedition (May 1804 - September 1806), the first American undertaking to cross the western section of the United States. Well-structured and complex with aromas of ripe fruit and hints of spice." Pair with burgers or a turkey meatloaf.

Grape • Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Columbia Valley, Washington
FYI • Region receives 1/5th the rainfall as WA's western side.

Korenika & Moškon is a family-run winery founded in 1984 by Korenika Mirane and Ignac Moškon. Located on the slopes of Korte and on the mirror of the Sečovlje salt pans, in the heart of Slovenian Istria. Concentrated aromatics, this wine pairs well with medium cheeses.

Grape • Malvazija
Place • Slovenian Isstria, Slovenia
FYI • The winery was Demeter certified in 2014.

In the words of the winery "This fresh, crisp rose marries the Hamptons esprit and elegant style of our rose from long island with the lush fruit from our vineyards in Mendoza." With notes of strawberry and watermelon this pairs well with shrimp, and grits.

Grape • Malbec, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Torrontés, Pinot Gris
Place • Mendoza, Argentina
FYI • Wolffer is a Long Island based winery.

The dramatic temperature swings on the south-facing slopes of Mt. Etna play a key role in the development of these grapes. The family-owned estate, Terra Costantino, produces this large red with notes of tobacco and dark fruit. Pair with the classic Sicilian meat roll.

Grape • Nerello Mascalese, Nerello Cappuccio
Place • Sicily, Italy
FYI • The grapes in this wine are indigenous to the region.

Hailing from Europe’s tallest active volcano this white is as interesting and as cool as they come. With great minerality and notes of tropical fruit Erse prefers a marriage with food. Naturally it’s a fine match with seafood but this beaut is also a contender for asparagus – grilled, broiled, boiled or otherwise!

Grape • Carricante, Minnella, Catarratto
Place • Mount Etna, Sicily
FYI • Erse is the Greek goddess of dew.

A remarkable wine from a remarkable producer comes a 100% Syrah from the superb "Del Conte" vineyard with it's ideal micro-climate. With complex notes of prune, dark cherry, and tobacco this persistent red pairs well with roasted lamb shank.

Grape • Syrah
Place • Tuscany, Italy
FYI • Syrah is the offspring of grapes Dureza and Mondeuse.