Delincuente is made by the area's leading co-operative of winemakers (Bodegas Borsao). The grapes are picked from vineyards around 30 years old. Bright on the palate with notes of strawberry and cherry this pairs well with empanadas.

Grape • Garnacha
Place • Aragon, Spain
FYI • The first vines were planted in this region in 1145.

This cousin to zinfandel jumps out of the glass with the very first sip. Well structured wine with notes of plum, kitchen spice, and blackberry. This pairs well with short ribs or even a veggie lasagna.

Grape • Primitivo
Place • Puglia, Italy
FYI • Puglia is known as the "heel of the boot" in Italy.

Punctuated with lively acidity and a hint of tropical fruit this white comes from one of California's most northern wine growing regions. A crowd-pleaser by any measure this wine is a great companion with fish tacos.

Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Mendocino County, California
FYI • This varietal originated in Bordeaux, France.

There is great history in Savigny and this property is synonymous with the excellence of this region. What's more, in an era when affordable Burgundy is ever elusive, this is a standout find. Fermented in stainless steel without any oak this has notes of pear and apple blossom. Pair with fish or shellfish.

Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Burgundy, France
FYI • Mr. Ecard is considered father of the Savigny appellation

As one of the oldest wineries in Austria, Schloss Gobelsburg has several historical vineyard sites around the castle. The oldest part of the cellar dates back to the 11th century. Beguiling bouquet à la vineyard peach." This is a DRY (not sweet) riesling that pairs well with duck salad, prawns, or chevre.

Grape • Riesling
Place • Niederosterreich, Austria
FYI • The winery is celebrating its 850th anniversary.

Inspired by the seasons of California, wine maker Margaret Leonardi wanted to capture summer in a bottle. With notes of watermelon and honeysuckle and a kiss of rose this is as close as you'll get. Drinks well on it's own or with Caprese salad.

Grape • Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir
Place • Sonoma, California
FYI • Wax was used initially to guarantee authenticity.

Since Alexandre studied under Anslem Selosse and took over the family estate, he has made significant changes and his wines are among the most sought after in Champagne. Lively and complex with notes of baked apple tart, kitchen spice, and lemon peel. One of our favorite wines at Grape Intentions!

Grape • Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier
Place • Champagne, France
FYI • Alexandre took over the estate in 2007.

Considered the "Rolls-Royce" of Corsican wine, Yves' wines are regarded to be among the very best in France as a whole. The terroir, “E Croce,” sits on a thin chalk soil above pure schist. Yves has never used oak barrels and this lively wine has notes of flowers, citrus and honey. Pair with your favorite fish dish.

Grape • Vermentino
Place • Corsica, France
FYI • Yves also founded a polyphonic singing group.

Before Oregon was on the map there was Elk Cove. Founded in the early 70's by Pat and Joe Campbell it enjoys some of the best vineyard sites in Ellamette. Look for cooked bing cherries, violets, and kitchen spice with a hint of cherry tobacco. Pairs well with duck breast and cherry sauce.

Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Willamette Valley, Oregon
FYI • Willamette Valley is 150-miles long.