Andrea Fossi named this wine after his grandfather (Dullio) and son (Niccolo) who were born a century apart. To represent the young and old, this wine is made in two styles and then blended. A robust red with notes of black cherries and black peppercorn this pairs well with beef brisket.

Grape • Primitivo
Place • Puglia, Italy
FYI • Primitivo is also known as Zinfandel

Chile is an important wine producer most often associated with it's red wines. This lightly oaked showing from Santa Luz has wonderful notes of tropical fruits that make it a perfect pairing with grilled Mahi Mahi and pineapple.

Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Central Valley, Chile
FYI • The winery is about an hour from Santiago.

This workhorse varietal has so much natural tannin it will leave your head spinning. This is a great expression of Carmenere with notes of tobacco, black pepper and blackberry. Well balanced this wine can easily age for another year or two. It paris well with duck and cassoulet.

Grape • Carmenere
Place • Colchagua Valley, Chile
FYI • The Tinguiriric river formed the Colchagua Valley.

"Boccadigabbia was once one of the “one hundred poderi,” or individual farms, that made up the Amministrazione Bonaparte of Civitanova, a vast agricultural estate. This red offers classic varietal spice, along with lovely scents of vanilla, chocolate, and wild red berries. Pairs well with Central Italian cuisine."

Grape • Montepulciano, Sangiovese
Place • Marche, Italy
FYI • Until 1960 most grapes at the vineyard were French.

There is something about family run wineries that turns out treasured wines. This one is no exception. The Careglio family coaxes memorable notes of lush peach and nectarine. Pairs well with chevre and candied apricot or Chicken Kiev or...this wine is pretty versatile. Enjoy!

Grape • Arneis
Place • Piedmont, Italy
FYI • This varietal was nearly extinct as recently as 1960.

Zinfandel is a varietal originally from Croatia and has become the darling grape of the Golden State. It does best in intense sun which is exactly what you get in Lodi. Full of dark fruit and kitchen spice, this pairs well with beef stew or even duck confit.

Grape • Zinfandel
Place • Lodi, California
FYI • Lodi is also home to Sun-Maid raisins.

Up until the ‘80s some Chardonnay grapevines could only be found in Pinot Bianco vineyards. In 1982 that all changed with this winery. Enormously delicious with a long finish, look for notes of ripe apple, melon and banana. It goes well with starters such as porcini carpaccio, light cuisine and "pasta fredda."

Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Alto Adige, Italy
FYI • Region has dramatic diurnal temperature changes.

Pacific winds, classic California fog, and the vineyard's location on the "Tepusquet Bench" create the ideal conditions for the vines to produce small clusters. Elegant with a vibrant acidity, look for notes of cedar and bing cherry. Pairs well with grilled chicken.

Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Central Coast, California
FYI • Santa Maria is the second oldest appellation in the U.S.

With over 130 years of experience La Rioja Alta is synonymous with not just outstanding wines but being consistent year in and year out - not something other wineries in Rioja can claim. Enjoy now or cellar for another decade this will continue to evolve. Truffle, leather, tobacco notes - pair with NY strip.

Grape • Tempranillo
Place • Rioja, Spain
FYI • Earliest record of grapes in this region dates to 873.