This winery is mostly known for producing a range of sparkling wines however this fun side project resulted in a delicious still white. With loads of floral notes on the nose and some exotic flavors on the palate, this is a perfect match with seafood.

Grape • Pinot Grigio
Place • Veneto, Italy
FYI • This region incorporates the famed city of Venice.

Purchased by Ciacci Dino in the 1950's this winery, situated about a few dozen kilometers from the town center of Siena, produces a range of outstanding wines based entirely on Sangiovese. Here a brighter, expressive version of the grape that pairs beautifully with a fresh tomato sauce and pasta.

Grape • Sangiovese
Place • Tuscany, Italy
FYI • Siena town center is an UNESCO World Heritage Site.

This is what easy drinking Bordeaux is all about. A blend of the two most important varietals of the region, mostly Merlot, offers up an appealing red with hints of chocolate and cassis. Try with grilled hangar steak and potato puree.

Grape • Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Bordeaux, France
FYI • The name of this wine means "The King's Flower."

Named after the late Elias Mora, this winery works exclusively with the famous red varietal of this region Tinta de Toro. Now under the guidance of Victoria Benavide this red has notes of bacon fat and smoke. Pairs well with grilled pork chop.

Grape • Tempranillo
Place • Toro, Spain
FYI • Tinta de Toro is the oldest clone of Tempranillo.

This wine is a project between the Stoller Family and Chehalem, two wineries intrinsically tied to the Willamette Valley, hence the name of the wine. A rounded style with notes of tropical fruit, especially papaya, this pairs well with fish tacos and a spicy mango salsa.

Grape • Pinot Gris
Place • Willamette Valley, Oregon
FYI • Pinot Gris is the most planted white grape in Willamette.

This blend is from André Lurton and is very easy to drink. Using the two classic varietals of the region it is rounded on the finish with semillon. With succulent aromas of pear and tropical fruit this pairs well with fresh cheeses or a summer salad.

Grape • Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon
Place • Bordeaux, France
FYI • Semillon is also used to make dessert wine.

Gaining access to the fruit of Peter Martin Ray vineyard in 2017 was a momentous event. High on a ridge above Silicon Valley this famous plot is now down to just two family-owned parcels. While technically a Cali-cab this is more Burgundian in nature. With elegant tanins and notes of cassis and violets.

Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Santa Cruz Mountains, California
FYI • Peter Martin Ray was a botanist at Stanford University.

"Founded by Mark Vlossak in 1988. Mark's interest and education in wine began early – his father was a wine importer and Mark produced sparkling wine in 1985-87. With notes of plum, dark cherry, savory spices and smoke, this pairs well with a leg of lamb and roast vegetables."

Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Willamette Valley, Oregon
FYI • Winery takes its name from Mark's father's middle name.

"Band of Vintners was born from a monthly tasting group of seven Napa Valley tastemakers. Together, they pooled their resources, talents and relationships to access some of Napa Valley’s best, sustainably-farmed fruit. Notes of sandalwood, oak, dark fruit. Pair with a grilled steak."

Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc
Place • Napa Valley, California
FYI • Of the seven members, four are winemakers.