Sourced from three vineyard sites on the arid side of Washington state. This crowd pleaser is full of rich, ripe fruit, notably raspberries, cherries, and a touch of vanilla. Its silky finish helps it pair nicely with most things off the BBQ.

Grape • Merlot
Place • Columbia Valley, Washington
FYI • Columbia Valley contains 99% of WA's vineyards.

Since 1851 the Bryson family has worked the red tinged soils in the Padthaway Valley. This is a great example of where wines from the country are headed. Balanced with attractive berry flavors and hints of violets on the nose, this will pair great with most items off the grill.

Grape • Shiraz
Place • South Australia, Australia
FYI • South Australia is among the most arid in the country.

Carlos Serres was a pioneer. He was a key figure in exporting riojas in the early 1900's and the winery is still run by his family today. Well-balanced with a fresh and red fruit zing, this versatile wine pairs well with a variety of foods such as vegetables, paella, cheeses, and white meat.

Grape • Tempranillo
Place • Rioja, Spain
FYI • Crianza wines must age at the winery for at least 2 yrs.

Yes Italy makes some wonderful red wines but when it comes to Italy's NE region, from Venice to the Austrian border, their whites are world class. This is a perfect example with hints of peach, jasmine, and a hint of pineapple. It makes a lovely dance partner with shellfish.

Grape • Garganega, Trebbiano
Place • Veneto, Italy
FYI • An iconic castle marks the horizon in Soave.

Mencia is the famous Spanish red from Bierzo. Prized for it's beautiful aromatics, this has a delightful structure with notes of dark cherry and black currant. Can easily pair with roast chicken or even blackened salmon.

Grape • Mencia
Place • Rias Baixas, Spain
FYI • Mencia is known as Jaen in Portugal.

This winery, in the family since 1861, is managed by the lovely couple Paul and Betty Jambon. In addition to the burst of fruitiness one expects from this classic-Beaujolais, there is also a pronounced minerality influenced by the region's blue granite. Serve with grilled tuna or bean and ham stew.

Grape • Gamay
Place • Beaujolais, France
FYI • This wine is served in French embassies worldwide.

Founded outside of Charlotesville, VA in 1976 this winery is considered one of the best in the Commonwealth. With Barbaresco serving as inspiration for the wine's style the result is a resounding success. Elegant and aromatic with layers of violet and dark berry. Try with grilled duck breast.

Grape • Nebbiolo
Place • Barboursville, VA
FYI • Govt. officials wanted tobacco planted here not vines.

A fresh, fruit-driven Bonarda from the famed Zuccardi family. By fermenting and aging in concrete vats instead of oak it allows the grape to showcase the freshness of the varietal. In their words "Emma is an elegant and charming woman with great personality." Pairs well with steak.

Grape • Bonarda
Place • Mendoza, Argentina
FYI • Bonarda is also known as Douce Noir.

This winery is a partnership between two dynamic personalities, one a winemaker, the other a viticulturist. Using a state-of-the-art winery to make the wine but with a nod to the past (aging in talha) this is a smart wine. With earthy notes this pairs well with mushroom soup.

Grape • Roupeiro, Arinto Vaz
Place • Alentajano, Portugal
FYI • Talha is another word for amphora.