The Western Cape of South Africa provides dramatic views and intense waters where two oceans meet. Fruit-driven aromas compliment the delicious plum and raspberry flavors. Well-balanced tannins support the juicy acidity and lead into a rich, youthful finish. Pair with anything off the grill.

Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Western Cape, South Africa
FYI • The label is a nod to the coastal heritage.

The concept of wine cooperatives is important in this part of Spain and in 2001 three combined to create Bodegas Borsao. At the forefront of modern wine making in Spain their wines over-deliver in each category. Lively minerality and black fruit make this a perfect pairing with grilled veggies and meats.

Grape • Garnacha
Place • Campo de Borja
FYI • This ancient area is associated with the Aragon Kingdom.

A pale pink color names this lively and refreshing vin-gris, with raspberry and cherry aromas with floral nuances. Medium-bodied with juicy acidity and lingering finish. Smooth, refreshing in an easy-drinking style.

Grape • Grenache, Cinsault, Carignan
Place • Corbieres, France
FYI • The AOC Corbieres, in the Languedoc, was formed in 1985.

Alberto Zuccardi planted his first vines in the first half of the 20th century. Still family owned, this winery produces many of the best wines in Argentina. This parcel in the Valle de Uco has multiple soils ideal for Cab. Notes of blackberry and cooked plum. Pair with grilled steak.

Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Mendoza, Argentina
FYI • The Valle de Uco has over 250 sunny days a year.

Warren Ellis carries on the tradition of his father Neil who famously excelled at promoting the role of growers in the winemaking process. This full-bodied red has notes of kitchen spice and chocolate along with integrated notes of oak. Pair with Bobotie - a South African classic!

Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Merlot
Place • Stellenbosch, South Africa
FYI • The dish Bobotie is pronounced ba-boor-tea.

This grape is best known for producing the ever-so-pricey Ch. d'Yquem from Bordeaux. But the cool nights and arid environment in Washington state is perfect for delivering this apple blossom bombshell that is perfectly paired with crab cakes or a Cobb salad.

Grape • Semillon
Place • Columbia Valley, Washington
FYI • This area gets less than 6 inches of rainfall annually.

Philippe Gimel is making some of the most thrilling wines in all of the Rhone and in the decade since he set out on his own they have only improved with each vintage. Concentrated dark fruit and gripping tanins. Pair with lamb and roasted vegetables.

Grape • Grenache, Carignan, Cinsault
Place • Rhone Valley, France
FYI • Barroux is an ancient fortified town.

Collemattoni is located on a hilltop on the south side of the municipal area of Montalcino, just a short distance from the village of Sant’Angelo in Colle. Intense ruby red color. Aromas of violet flowers, black cherry and wild black fruits. Pair with steak, pheasant, or strong cheeses.

Grape • Sangiovese
Place • Tuscany, Italy
FYI • Named for the farmhouse that is its trademark.

A remarkable wine from a remarkable producer comes a 100% Syrah from the superb "Del Conte" vineyard with it's ideal micro-climate. With complex notes of prune, dark cherry, and tobacco this persistent red pairs well with roasted lamb shank.

Grape • Syrah
Place • Tuscany, Italy
FYI • Syrah is the offspring of grapes Dureza and Mondeuse.