This unwooded style of Viognier offers an accessible wine with ample body. The color is a brilliant green-gold and the style is dry but fruity. Pair with chicken salad.

Grape • Viognier
Place • Swartland, South Africa
FYI • Swartland is about one hour from Cape Town.

Copious amounts of sun help along this full-bodied red in the heart of Spain's main agricultural corridor. With layers of cassis, raisin, and a hint of smoke it matches up nicely with grilled meats. Consider marinating a flank stank with this wine in advance.

Grape • Monastrell
Place • Jumilla, Spain
FYI • This region is also known for it's dairy goats.

A young winery by Italian standards, Hirpinia was founded in the 1970's and released it's first Taurasi DOCG in 1992. By aging the wine in stainless steal tanks it provides for a medium bodied red with lots of dark cherry notes. Pair with items off the grill.

Grape • Aglianico
Place • Taurasi, Italy
FYI • Hirpinia is derived from the Oscan term "wolf."

As the first registered wine estate in the Robertson Wine Valley, De Wetshof is known for an outstanding range of chardonnays. "An old world vibe with the opulence of the new world." No malo and no wood barrels leaves plenty of room for an elegant wild flower component. Sublime with oysters.

Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Stellenbosch, South Africa
FYI • De Wetshof means "The Law Manor."

Winemaker Richard Shelton presents a delicious mid-California Pinot Noir with this offering. Once done in an over-the-top manner, more Cali winemakers are taking a reserved approach. The result is this bright and cheerful red that pairs well with Tacos Al Pastor and Cheese Tamales.

Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Central Coast, California
FYI • This area was originally inhabited by the Chumash people.

These hand-harvested grapes (and that is TOUGH work) come from some of the original plantings in Casablanca. Despite its proximity to the equator the cool misty nights help promote the vibrancy in these wines. Elegant, crisp and refreshing, try it with grilled shrimp.

Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Casablanca Valley, Chile
FYI • This valley is the fastest growing wine region in Chile.

This malbec comes from high-altitude vineyards in the foothills of the Andes and is sourced from pre-Phylloxera vines. Aged in French oak this wine exudes a confidence of rich black fruit and minerality. An elegant wine that pairs well with bison and a red wine sauce.

Grape • Malbec
Place • Mendoza, Argentina
FYI • Only 1800 cases of this wine was produced.

This prestige wine from Gramona is sourced from their biodynamic vineyards. Made in exceptional vintages it is then cellared for five years before going to market. Full-bodied and luxuriuos with white floral notes, this can be served throughout a multi-course meal.

Grape • Paralleda, Xarello, Macabeo, Chardonnay
Place • Penedes, Spain
FYI • Prestige cava's such as this are now called Corpinat.

Forgotten for nearly 100 years, Olivier Decelle discovered Mas Amiel in 1999 and brought it back to life. The domaines 226 hectares which were already planted with vines is now the toast of the town. Refreshing with layers of apple blossom, minerality, and white peach. Pairs beautifully with chicken dishes.

Grape • Grenache Blanc, Macabeo, Roussanne, Marsanne
Place • Languedoc-Rousillon, France
FYI • This wine is byodynamic.