A "fun" wine made by the farmer with a big personality - Boet Le Roux. He is still a champion of this old vine Colombard and tirelessly works with it in the intensely hot conditions of South Africa. Look for hints of apple blossom flowers. Pairs well with fresh salads - or on its own!

Grape • Colombard
Place • Swartland, South Africa
FYI • Colombard was first used to make Cognac

Now in it's third generation of owners, the Botter family produces environmentally friendly wines. The horse on the label is a nod to the fairs famous in the region the family comes from. This ruby-red sipper has notes of blueberry and violets. Pair with Arrosticini.

Grape • Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Place • Abruzzo, Italy
FYI • Arrosticini, mutton skewers, are Abruzzo's famed dish.

"Rubus Private Selection is made from 100% Verdejo grapes coming from the town of La Seca in the heart of the Rueda region in Northern Spain. Pale yellow color the wine offers clean and crisp aromas of citrus fruits, a refreshing and well-balanced palate of zesty flavors. Pair with chicken, fish or salads."

Grape • Verdejo
Place • Rueda, Spain
FYI • Average vine age is 30 years old.

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.

This wine come from one of the countries often overlooked regions "The Marches." This wine is sourced from eight different vineyards and is arguably one of the greatest of all white grapes grown in Italy. Crisp, refreshing with a touch of citrus, this wine pairs well with ceviche, fish tacos, and Fritto Misto.

Grape • Verdicchio
Place • Le Marche, Italy
FYI • This region also produces Italy's finest footwear.

"Alejandro Luna's philosophy of his winery is to produce wines based on quality of and respect for the land, primarily from native grapes of which Menica vines are about 60 years old. A firm mineral spine supports juicy blackberry and cherry flavors, with dusty tannins. Pair with stew or empanadas."

Grape • Mencia
Place • Castilla y León, Spain
FYI • Alejandro originally studied to become a lawyer.

Founded in 1988 by husband and wife duo Spencer Graham and Elizabeth Pressler. This wine is true to the appellation it comes from with decadent notes of blackberry jam and cocoa. Pair with filet mignon and blueberry compote.

Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Napa Valley, California
FYI • In 2010, Rutherford had a population of just 164.

"The subtlety given by the Briguières sandy soil combined with a search for the highest maturity for a harvest with no de-stemming, offers a wine which is both elegant, complex and genuine." Notes of black pepper, black fruit, and minerality. Pair with mushroom soup or a beef stew.

Grape • Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault
Place • Rhone Valley, France
FYI • Sablet became an AOC in 1974.

Inspired by Pomerol, this full-bodied red is from Napa favorites Bruce and Barbara Neyers. An exceptional harvest provided "epic" fruit for this vintage. With notes of black currant, black cherry and black olive this wine pairs very well with pepper encrusted steak and squash agnolotti.

Grape • Chenin Blanc, Clairette Blanche, Viogner
Place • Swartland, South Africa
FYI • Andrea Mullineux was named 2016 Winemaker of the Year.