Now in it's third generation of owners, the Botter family produces environmentally friendly wines. The horse on the label is a nod to the fairs famous in the region the family comes from. This ruby-red sipper has notes of blueberry and violets. Pair with Arrosticini.

Grape • Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Place • Abruzzo, Italy
FYI • Arrosticini, mutton skewers, are Abruzzo's famed dish.

Blended from two complementary varietals in the hot continental region of Campo de Borja in Spain's NE. The "cierzo" wind cools the vineyard at night allowing the grapes to retain their brightness. An easy drinking red that pairs well with casual eats.

Grape • Grenache, Syrah
Place • Campo de Borja
FYI • Los Dos is Spanish for "both" or "the two."

A fascinating part of the world, Patagonia has coasts on three oceans. Along with it's mountains, it has a dynamic geography but the wine region itself is very arid. With notes of plum, vanilla, and mulberry, this pairs well with grilled steak or pork tenderloin.

Grape • Malbec
Place • Patagonia, Argentina
FYI • Named for the ranch owned by Butch Cassidy and the SK.

The heavy fog that rolls in each morning only to blow off around mid-day helps protect this fragile grape. The result is a silky red with flavors of cherry, raspberry, and a hint of oak. Will pair nicely with some mac and cheese or a ham dinner.

Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Monterey, California
FYI • This area lies within the Santa Lucia mountain range.

As James E. Wilson wrote about the soil here: "the complexity and variety of soil types in the Languedoc is attributed to the geological phenomenon known as the “Languedoc-Roussillon Symphony.” The earthiness of this wine pairs well at cellar temperature with a beef stew.

Grape • Syrah, Mourvedre, Grenache, Cinsault
Place • Languedoc, France
FYI • Named after the limestone "peak" aka "pic" above the vyd.

From a parcel of land situated between vineyards known for their world-class dessert wine, comes this dry white that dances on the palate. With beautiful floral notes and a hint of citrus this is great as an aperitif or with a salad nicoise.

Grape • Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon
Place • Bordeaux, France
FYI • Graves translates to "gravelly land."

Bodega Emilio Moro is located in the rolling green hills of northwestern Spain. The loamy soils are ideal for planting godello, a varietal not often enjoyed outside of the Iberian Peninsula. With notes of citrus, almond, and a hint of white pepper this is ideal with baked fish.

Grape • Godello
Place • Bierzo, Spain
FYI • The vineyards are located at over 500m.

This small family operation makes some of the most texturally compelling wines in Austria. This is certainly attributed to Ludwig's unique approach to winemaking: spontaneous fermentations, without temperature control, enzymes or even sulphur. Elegant minerality allows this to pair well with trout.

Grape • Gruner Veltliner
Place • Kamptal , Austria
FYI • Loess is a wind blown mineral deposit.

Nestled in Jonkershoek Valley, this stunning winery is a family-run operation. Small production wines that are hand harvested with minimal intervention is part of the success of this delicious wine. Wonderful rich structure with notes of dark chocolate, coffee, and cherry tobacco. Pair with filet mignon.

Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Stellenbosch, South Africa
FYI • 80% of the estates production is red wine.