Grown on gravely soil at a high altitude of 4000ft. this smooth, well-balanced rose is doing it's own tango in the mouth. With notes of strawberry and orange zest on the back palate, this is an ideal pairing with a spicy chorizo empanada.

Grape • Pinot Noir, Tempranillo, Pinot Gris, Viogner
Place • Tupungato, Argentina
FYI • Tupungato is one of the highest mountains in the Americas

Coming from 30 years old vines located at Viña Lanciano state thie grapes are entirely hand harvested. Exhibits herbal aromas characteristic of the Viura grape variety, with hints of fresh fruit, namely apple, pear. Pairs well with shrimp or mussels.

Grape • Viura
Place • Riojja, Spain
FYI • This region is mostly known for it's red wines.

"This classic Cotes du Rhone is a blend of 70 Grenache, 25 Syrah, 5 Mouvedre. Red ruby color, ripe red fruits fragrance with blackcurrant and a hint of spices. Elegant structure with smooth tannins and harmonious finish. Perfect accompaniment to salads, plate of assorted cooked meats, roast dishes and cheese."

Grape • Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvedre
Place • Rhone Valley, France
FYI • Les Deapuhins translates to the dolphins in English.

When the Lombards settled this area in the Dark Ages they brought with them the knowledge of curing meats with salt. Fast forward a bit and "Salame di Varzi DOP" is born. It is an ideal pairing with this wine that is also "of" this region. Crunchy tanins with a hint of fresh herbs on the back palate.

Grape • Croatina
Place • Lombardy, Italy
FYI • Croatina means "Croatian girl."

The northern region of Portugal sits on the Minho River where this wine comes from. The grapes were once grown on small granite pergolas called "jardins" or "gardens." This refreshing white has notes of citrus and a hint of stone fruit. Pairs well with fish tacos or oysters.

Grape • Alvarinho
Place • Minho, Portugal
FYI • The label is inspired by Portugal's famous tiles.

"Boccadiagabbia was once part of a vast agricultural estate that for over a century was an influential example of modern, rational agriculture. This ruby red offers classic varietal spice, along with lovely scents of vanilla, chocolate, and wild red berries. Pair with hard cheeses."

Grape • Montepulciano, Sangiovese
Place • Marche, Italy
FYI • This winery was once one of the “one hundred poderi"

"Cult winemaker Bibi Graetz crafts his wines on a hillside overlooking the great city of Florence, beginning initially with only a small, 5-acre vineyard on this hillside in Fiesole. Bright red fruits, succulent stone fruits, and a kiss of citrus dance with wildflowers." Start cocktail hour with this bubbly.

Grape • Sangiovese
Place • Tuscany, Italy
FYI • Bibi released his first wines in 2000.

Tom Hinde is the master behind Sonoma Bench Pinot Noir with grapes coming entirely from the heart of the Russian River Valley, and Green Valley AVA situated on Burnside Rd. The aromas are fresh with raspberry, red fruits, a soft earthy tone, and vanilla notes from French oak. Pair with seared duck.

Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Sonoma Valley, California
FYI • Aged in 100% French oak barrels.

A perfect food wine from Italy's famed Piedmont region. Dried cherries and loganberries with hints of autumn leaves and mild ginger powder. Medium-to full-bodied with fine, spice-coated tannins and a slightly chewy finish. Pair with grilled pork chop.

Grape • Nebbiolo
Place • Piedmont, Italy
FYI • This region is also famous for hazelnuts.