Atea, where this wine heralds from, isn’t a place you just happen upon. About 170 miles from Madrid and the coast it’s what you might call “in the middle of nowhere.” But it’s just the kind of place you’ll find a treasure like this. Full of approachable cassis and blackberry notes, pair this with your next grilling session.

Grape • Garnacha
Place • Calatayud, Spain
FYI • The black schist soil helps promote fragrant wines.

Sourced from the, Aude, Harault and Gard: its has aromatic diversity thanks to the characteristics of each terroir. The Harault hillsides bring freshness, structure and color to the wine, while the foothills give a certain rigour and the Med adds softness. Notes of blackberry. An ideal pairing with beef lasagne.

Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Pays d'Oc, France
FYI • This region counts for 14% of all French wine.

Founded in 1987 by six families, today it is run but a whopping total of 16 families. A hallmark style of rosado made with garnacha, look for lots of delicious strawberry notes with a touch of orange zest. Delicious with pasta dishes, from meat to veg.

Grape • Garnacha
Place • Rioja, Spain
FYI • Viejo means "old" in Spanish.

A touch bubbly, a touch sweet this wine comes from a region particularly well known for massive dry red production. This is at the opposite end of the spectrum with delicate notes of plum and rose that pairs very well with chocolate mousse.

Grape • Brachetto
Place • Piedmont, Italy
FYI • Piedmont is also famous for hazelnuts.

The Mastroberardino family has made wines near the foothills of Mt. Vesuvius for ten generations. The Italian government has even recognized their efforts to preserve indigenous grapes and viticultural techniques. This well-structured red has notes of dark berries, cocoa and coffee. Try with game or mature cheeses.

Grape • Aglianico
Place • Campania, Italy
FYI • Redimore means the King of Blackberries

This blend is from André Lurton and is very easy to drink. Using the two classic varietals of the region it is rounded on the finish with semillon. With succulent aromas of pear and tropical fruit this pairs well with fresh cheeses or a summer salad.

Grape • Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon
Place • Bordeaux, France
FYI • Semillon is also used to make dessert wine.

This silky, elegant showing from Lirac demonstrates that the Rhone can produce approachable but firm reds in their infancy. This family operation tends to harvest with lower ripeness levels. This decision makes for a well-rounded and expressive wine. Why not try it with your next dinner featuring lamb shank?

Grape • Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Carignan
Place • Rhone, France
FYI • Lirac is in the southernmost part of the Rhone Valley.

Bodegas Covila is a micro cooperative located in Lapuebla de Labarca in the heart of Rioja Alavesa. This small town is situated on the north bank of the Ebro River. Delicious ripe red fruit aromas with notes cocoa, spice and vanilla. Pairs well with blackened chicken or other fare off the grill.

Grape • Tempranillo
Place • Rioja, Spain
FYI • The vines see on average 2,000 sun hours a year.

Located in one of the states warmest appellations, this windswept region is now synonymous with outstanding Cabernet Sauvignon. Named for two ravines that run through the property this is big-wine country. Powerful notes of tobacco, licorice, and kitchen spice pair nicely with beef ribs.

Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Petit Verdot
Place • Horse Heaven Hills, Washington
FYI • H.H.H. is also the location of numerous wind farms.