This Malbec has a deep red color with stunning violet shades. The nose emphasizes lasting and intense fragrences of mature red fruits, vanilla, chocolate, and coffee. In the mouth, it is fresh, sweet, and creamy with a touch of dry nuts and a long finish. Pair with game or lamb.

Grape • Malbec
Place • Mendoza, Argentina
FYI • Mendoza is the largest wine region in Argentina.

The Organica line comes from certified organic vineyards and it expresses the Zuccardi family goal of emphasizing organic agriculture, peacefully coexisting with the environment. This wine has aromas of tropical fruits, green apple, pear, banana and pineapple. Pair with chicken and pineapple.

Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Mendoza, Argentina
FYI • Santa Julia is named after matriarch Julia Zuccardi.

This equal blend of all three grapes come from the hillsides of Gascony near Toulouse. Deep ruby in color with complex aromas of black fruits and notes of black pepper and clove. This pairs well with ratatouille or a lamb tagine.

Grape • Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre
Place • Langeudoic-Rousillon, France
FYI • The hillsides are called "Mont" in French,

Everything you could possibly want from a rosé from the south of France. Undeniably delicious with notes of strawberry and peach bouncing forth with every sip. The only thing missing is dipping your toes in the Mediterranean as you enjoy it!

Grape • Grenach, Syrah, Cinsault
Place • Provence, France
FYI • Cotes de Provence became an AOC in 2005.

This is just a cool little wine. It’s lively personality comes from the fact it is made from a grape that was rarely found in California until a decade ago. Bright notes of red fruit and decent acidity make this a perfect red for cocktail hour. Pair with a triple cream brie or even epoisses.

Grape • Valdiguié
Place • Mendocino, California
FYI • This is basically a Cali version of Beaujolais.

A combination of the winemaker's sons names, this is produced 100% sangiovese,with notes of black cherry it is intended to drink in the here and now. It pairs well with a variety of dishes and not surprisingly pasta and pizza.

Grape • Sangiovese
Place • Tuscany, Italy
FYI • The wine label is a painting of Bacchus.

"This cuvée is produced from predominantly old vines, grown in Puligny. Pale, An exotic, rich bouquet with notes of mango and passion fruit. Great vibrance on the fleshy, compact palate, with notes of citrus, pear, good minerality and acidity. A dry finish with admirable length. Excellent as an aperitif."

Grape • Aligote
Place • Burgundy, France
FYI • Until 1879 Puligny-Montrachet was known only as Puligny.

"The Castellare property has become a refuge for wildlife. A beautiful property! This wine has aromas of cherries, red plums, and currants layered over notes of earth, rose petals, and leather. Pair this wine with grilled red meats, bordelaise sauces, Bistecca alla Fiorentina, and butter-poached veal shank. "

Grape • Sangiovese
Place • Tuscany, Italy
FYI • The labels feature birds found at the property.

Located in the hamlet of Musset, close to Parsac, in the Montagne-Saint-Emilion appellation., their 30 hectares on clay soil helps proudce grapes of excellent quality. Layers of dark fruit sit atop the undertones of truffle. Pair with lamb.

Grape • Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvingon
Place • Bordeaux, France
FYI • Owned by the same owner as Ch. Angelus