The cooperative, Bodega Cuatro Rayas, is well known for producing the bright, refreshing, citrus-laden white this region is famous for. Fermented in stainless steel, this delight pairs well with tuna salad or salad nicoise.

Grape • Verdejo
Place • Rueda, Spain
FYI • A caballito de mar is a seahorse.

This is an excellent example of modern Bordeaux. With a heavy blend of Right Bank merlot rounded out with a touch of cabernet sauvignon, this has a freshness of dark fruit, namely plums and blackberry. Insanely quaffable, this pairs perfectly with bistro fare - think hanger steak and frites!

Grape • Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Bordeaux, France
FYI • Bordeaux is the largest wine growing region in France.

"The picturesque Robertson Valley is nestled in the shadow of the majestic Langeberg mountains, close to the Breede (“Broad”) River. Yellow-green color. The nose is complex with passion fruit, grapefruit and ripe fig aromas. The palate is fruity with a zesty acidity."

Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Western Cape, South Africa
FYI • This region is also famous for breeding horses.

Produced from gnarley vines grown in the arid lands of south-eastern Spain is this red which serves as an homage to the winemaker's father. Mostly monastrell with a bit of cab, the 40 year-old vines produce a hearty wine full of notes of blackberry. Pair with stew or chili.

Grape • Monastrell, Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Yecla, Spain
FYI • Gordo was a nickname for the winemaker's father.

This is exactly how nouveau should taste. Not the insufferable bulk wine released in late November each year but this tantalizing offering from the Chermette family. Balanced acidity that is driven forward with bright cherry flavors and a hint of kitchen spice. Pairs with virtually any food.

Grape • Gamay
Place • Beaujolais, France
FYI • Only 1% of wine from this region is white.

Pronounced o.sɛʁ.wa, this grape has a genetic connection to chardonnay. Wolfberger is a 450+ member co-op started over a century ago and has over 3,000 acres under planting. Notes of fresh white fruits and spring flowers make this wine easy to drink. It pairs well with many fish dishes.

Grape • Auxerrois
Place • Alsace, France
FYI • Alsace was for many years a part of Germany.

The Roblin brothers skyrocketed to the top when they secured the accolade that their 2003 release was the best white in the Loire. While they have upgraded their winery and experimented here and there, the wines are as true to their Kimmeridgian roots as ever. A superb wine best served with the finest fish.

Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Loire Valley, France
FYI • Ammonites are shellfish fossils.

A product of love from the "two shepherds" who operate this small family operation in California inspired by the great white grapes of the Rhone Valley. This is their flagship wine with a rich oily complexity that pairs well with shellfish and chicken.

Grape • Rousanne, Marsanne, Viognier, Grenache Blanc
Place • Sonoma County, California
FYI • All of their wines are aged in neutral barrels.

We should all be so lucky as to have our backyard as a vineyard - exactly what the three hectares behind the family home is! The biodynamically farmed hills produce excellent grapes for this great dinner wine. Notes of mushroom, black tea, and blackberry. Pair with your favorite ragu.

Grape • Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella
Place • Veneto, Italy
FYI • A linen bag is used to remove impurities.