Born out of a friendship between two Bodega Catena Zapata alum, this wine was created to reflect "the heart and soul of malbec in Mendoza." I's soft edges with a hint of oak showcase notes of plum and blackberry perfectly. Pair with a beef or chorizo empanada.

Grape • Malbec
Place • Mendoza, Argentina
FYI • Tintonegro means black wine in Spanish.

"Italy’s most popular white wine, Pinot Grigio roots run deep in Italy’s northeast regions of Alto Adige, Veneto, and Friuli. Typically a light, crisp, dry white wine with plenty of zippy, mouth-watering acidity, most Pinot Grigios are fresh and fruity. They pairs extremely well with seafood (think shellfish)."

Grape • Pinot Grigio
Place • Friuli, Italy
FYI • Friuli is located north of Venice.

The 11th generation of Guntrums is currently running this classic German family winery. Riesling gets a bad wrap in the U.S. but it is a remarkably versatile wine. Look for a hint of sweetness with notes of tropical fruit. This is fantastic served with holiday meals, spicy cuisine, or simply as a party wine.

Grape • Riesling
Place • Rheinhessen, Germany
FYI • U.S. General Patton occupied the winery in 1945.

With a storied history, the masseria was restored once in 1895 before falling into disrepair until the Falvo family breathed new life into it again in 1999. This grape has taken well to this part of Italy coming from Campania originally. Mouth watering flavors of meyer lemon, melon, and acacia flowers. Pairs with trout.

Grape • Fiano
Place • Puglia, Italy
FYI • Masseria is a cross between a castle and a farmhouse.

Named after the son of the winery's owner, Cuvee Nicolas is grown on schist soil from old vines approaching 70 years old. it is loaded with ripe fruit flavors notably dark cherry. Pair with venison or oxtail.

Grape • Grenache
Place • Roussillon, France
FYI • Roussillon borders the NE corner of Spain.

The grapes for this wine come from vineyard Idahue, located in Licantén, 25 km. from the Pacific Ocean and next to the Mataquito River. A handpicked harvest and a later selection of the best bunches was carried out. Aged in French oak. Notes of blackberry and plum. Pair with smoked brisket.

Grape • Malbec, Merlot, Cabernet Franc
Place • Licanten, Chile
FYI • The  Mataquito River is formed by two other rivers.

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.

This is one of the most ancient estates in Montefalco - an area noted for the story of an exorcist using the local red wine to drive away the devil possessing a young woman. So yes, this wine is THAT good, or in our case, that Goodest! Pairs well with game. The only Sagrantino to make Wine Spectator's Top 100.

Grape • Sagrantino
Place • Umbria, Italy
FYI • Scacciadiavoli means Devil banisher.

Considered royalty in the grape world, the long-lived Verdicchio is one of the most pleasing wines to drink. This reserve wine is aged in French barriques which adds to its complexity. Can easily age several years. Pairs well with rabbit in porchetta.

Grape • Verdicchio
Place • Marche, Italy
FYI • The region is named after the March of Ancona.