The dynamic layers of soil - loam and gravel - help promote the strawberry and plum notes of this wine. There is just enough toast on the French and American oak barrels to give this wine structure which ultimately makes for a great pizza wine.

Grape • Malbec
Place • Mendoza, Argentina
FYI • Chac Chas is the sound the partridge makes.

The vineyard for this wine is grown near the remains of the beautiful della Scala family villa not far from Verona. This region is known for it's delicious whites as this one proves. Aromas of fresh flowers and a hint of peach make this a perfect aperitif. It also pairs well with ceviche and sushi.

Grape • Pinot Grigio
Place • Veneto, Italy
FYI • The Veneto is the NE region of Italy.

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.

Expressive color, expressive nose, expressive flavor. EXPRESSIVE! This explosive rose comes from a relatively obscure appellation: Coteaux du Giennois. A young estate, built in 1983, the family approaches wine making with a youthful spirit. Delicious notes of cherry and watermelon. Pairs well with sushi.

Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Loire Valley, France
FYI • Coteaux du Giennois is just north of famed Pouilly Fume.

It is hard to think of Chianti and to NOT think about the Ricasoli family who are intrinsically tied to the region. An elegant texture with well-integrated tannins this is truly CLASSIC Chianti. Notes of plum, violets, and red fruits. Pair with your favorite red sauce.

Grape • Sangiovese
Place • Tuscany, Italy
FYI • The estate owns over 3,000 acres north of Siena.

The limestone soil in Vouvray is key to the deliciousness of this wine. Built above an old quarry, the expansive tunnels now make for ideal storing conditions. A little bit of summer in every sip with refreshing notes of raspberry and strawberry. Pairs well with salmon kabob or a Greek salad.

Grape • Cabernet Franc, Gamay
Place • Loire Valley, France
FYI • They have over 15km of underground cellars!

This red comes from several small vineyard parcels within Columbia Valley, namely key sites on prestigious Red Mountain, Horse Heaven Hills, and the Royal Slope. Look for notes of dark berries, bramble, cola, and sandalwood. Pair with a filet mignon.

Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc
Place • Columbia Valley, Washington
FYI • This area is on the same latitude as Bordeaux.

This small family operation makes some of the most texturally compelling wines in Austria. This is certainly attributed to Ludwig's unique approach to winemaking: spontaneous fermentations, without temperature control, enzymes or even sulphur. Elegant minerality allows this to pair well with trout.

Grape • Gruner Veltliner
Place • Kamptal , Austria
FYI • Loess is a wind blown mineral deposit.

For several generations the Thymiopoulus family have worked the lands of Rapsani which became one of Greece's first official appellations in 1971. The climate and soil here are perfect for producing gorgeous red wines. Deep crimson color gives way to a highly aromatic wine. Try with roasted lamb or mushroom risotto.

Grape • Xinomavro, Krasto, Stavroto
Place • Larissa, Greece
FYI • Grown on the foothills of Mt. Olympus.