This wine is named for one of the wild animals that used to roam through the valley when the winery was first established in 1776 (the same year other great things happened!). A blend of three varietals this wine has layers of smoke, licorice, and dark fruit. Pairs well with items off the grill.

Grape • Syrah, Mourvedre, Viogner
Place • Cape of Good Hope, South Africa
FYI • Boekenhout is an indigenous Cape Beech tree.

One of the oldest and most historic wineries in Spain, Guerra was founded in 1879. While the winery was a pioneer in a number of areas, its claim to fame is this elegant wine made from a grape found almost exclusively on the Iberian Peninsula. Aromas of blackberry and a hint of smoke. Pair with goat tacos.

Grape • Mencia
Place • Bierzo, Spain
FYI • Mencia makes up 75% of all wine production in Bierzo.

Sustainably grown on the ancient soils of the Western Cape, this refreshing wine is fermented in stainless steel before bottling insuring it's bright refreshing characteristics shine through. With notes of tropical fruit this pairs well with a papaya and mango salad.

Grape • Chenin Blanc
Place • Western Cape, South Africa
FYI • Indaba means the story.

The golden age of Cahors was around 1720 when it was one of the most sought after crus in France. Today it is one of the gems that needs rediscovering. This excellent example is unoaked. On the palate it has concentrated blackberries and dark cherries and will pair nicely with your favorite tomato dish.

Grape • Malbec
Place • Cahors, France
FYI • Malbec from this area is known as the "black wine."

Four brothers set out to do something spectacular in 1989 and their accomplishment is found in this delicious wine. Beautiful garnet color with notes of plums, cassis, and some floral notes, most notably rose. Pairs very well with the classical Veneto dish, Risotto all'Amarone.

Grape • Corvina
Place • Veneto, Italy
FYI • Visiting Venice? Be sure to add Verona to your itinerary.

This wine is made from the oldest vines in the family’s stable of vineyards. A wine of this caliber is in a league of its own and can easily cellar for the next three years. Superb in every way with hints of buttered pear, honeysuckle, apricots and smoky limestone. Pair with chevre, chicken in cream sauce or fish.

Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Burgundy, France
FYI • Saint Véran AOC wines can only be made with chardonnay.

A delightful family operation that started a mere 44 years ago ('74) and sits atop a keen line of Kimmeridgian soil. This, in part, allows wines from the Natter's to retain an intense freshness even decades after their bottling. Lively aromas of red berries and cherries. Red wine with your fish? This this!

Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Loire Valley, France
FYI • You probably thought this was going to be Cab Franc! 😉

Inspired by the great white's of Burgundy, comes this offering from one of the finest wineries in New York, rivaling even the best Napa has to offer. With notes of pear and toast this can match up nicely with veal dishes as well as numerous cheeses.

Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Long Island, New York
FYI • Long Island is 118 miles long.

This silky, elegant showing from Lirac demonstrates that the Rhone can produce approachable but firm reds in their infancy. This family operation tends to harvest with lower ripeness levels. This decision makes for a well-rounded and expressive wine. Why not try it with your next dinner featuring lamb shank?

Grape • Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Carignan
Place • Rhone, France
FYI • Lirac is in the southernmost part of the Rhone Valley.