As one of the top estates in the Languedoc (if not southern France) the owner, Gerard Bru, spares no expense. He transplanted a classical villa from Montpellier to the Languedoc stone by stone to create the perfect look on his estate. Elegant with aromas of blackberry and licorice this is great with duck.

Grape • Grenache, Syrah
Place • Coteaux du Languedoc, France
FYI • The Cot. du Langedoc is a remarkable 80 miles long.

Sustainably grown on the ancient soils of the Western Cape, this refreshing wine is fermented in stainless steel before bottling insuring it's bright refreshing characteristics shine through. With notes of tropical fruit this pairs well with a papaya and mango salad.

Grape • Chenin Blanc
Place • Western Cape, South Africa
FYI • Indaba means the story.

This cheerful red from the south of France is as easy and smooth to drink as it's color suggests. With notes of cherry it behaves in many ways like Beaujolais a bit to it's north. Try it with a chill to have on your summer porch or used it for your holiday mulled wine. Point is, you can enjoy it 365!

Grape • Grenache, Carignan
Place • Languedoc, France
FYI • La Buvette is also a popular wine bar in Paris.

Nestled in a monastery built in the middle ages it is located about 50 miles from the Austrian border. The native red varietal Lagrein planted around the monastery is an attempt to preserve this ancient grape. Aromas of cherry and red currant abound. Pair with pasta, mortadella or fish.

Grape • Lagrein
Place • Alto Adige, Italy
FYI • Blend of two wine making methods, bottled in Feb/March.

The "Rock of Angels" is a quartzite outcrop of mostly old-vines. It is a delicious offering from a young female wine maker who named this wine after the domaine - spelled backwards. Rich and luscious with notes of dried cherries, plum, cocoa and kitchen spice, this pairs well with lamb.

Grape • Carignan
Place • Rhone, France
FYI • Carignan is originally from Carinena, Spain.

The dramatic landscape sandwiched between the coastline and Appenine Mountains has an immense impact on this wine. The unique salinity of the wine along with it's minerality are hallmarks of this white. It's versatile at the table but pairs well with a variety of seafood dishes.

Grape • Passerina
Place • Abruzzo, Italy
FYI • Ferzo is a patch of fabric that creates a sail.

Pierre Jean Villa is considered one of the most gifted winegrowers of his generation. He started his winery in 2009. Described as: clean, pure, deep, and elegant. His youngest vines aged in his oldest barrels. Pairs well with beef short ribs braised in red wine and herbs.

Grape • Syrah
Place • Rhone Valley, France
FYI • Villa learned to make wine in Burgundy.

The limestone soil here is perfect for this varietal. With ideal conditions and the tireless effort of owner Tom Beckmen combined, they have garnered such praise that some consider this the greatest syrah value in the US. Full-bodied with notes of espresso, smoke, and blackberry reduction. Great with steak.

Grape • Syrah
Place • Santa Ynez Valley ,California
FYI • Tom founded music pioneering company Roland Corp.

This wine comes from a small parcel next to 'Les Damnes' the Grand Cru of Chavignol. Already being called a legendary vintage by many, this exudes brilliant aromatics and quintessential minerality. Outstanding wine with many fish dishes.

Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Loire Valley, France
FYI • Outcrop of chalk in Sancerre is the same as in Dover, UK.