The winery was founded in 1976 by two families who are well respected in the region. This classic Italian white is known for it's freshness and ability to pair with foods that range from citrus to fish. Of course it also makes for a great aperitif wine.

Grape • Grechetto, Procanico, Malvasia
Place • Umbria, Italy
FYI • Grechetto is also used to make dessert wines.

From selected hilly vineyards of the Venezie region. Soft-crushed grapes and free-run must are processed at low temperatures. The clean product is filtered and fermented at 16-18 Celsius. Notes of apple and peach. Ideal with grilled chicken, a light fish course or salads.

Grape • Pinot Grigio
Place • Veneto, Italy
FYI • Pinot Gris and Pinot Grigio are the same grape.

"The wine comes from sun-drenched vineyards planted on the best terroir - specially selected for its physical and geographical characteristics - on clay and limestone hillsides called "costières" (coastal region)." This crisp fragrant white with aromas of citrus and gooseberry pairs well with a light fish soup.

Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Languedoc-Roussillon, France
FYI • This winery is a coop controlling over 2,000 acres.

Four brothers set out to do something spectacular in 1989 and their accomplishment is found in this delicious wine. Beautiful garnet color with notes of plums, cassis, and some floral notes, most notably rose. Pairs very well with the classical Veneto dish, Risotto all'Amarone.

Grape • Corvina
Place • Veneto, Italy
FYI • Visiting Venice? Be sure to add Verona to your itinerary.

This winery is a cooperative of 100 growers founded in 1985. Co-ops in this mountainous region are typical where parcels are small. The alluvial soils and cooler temps help promote the refreshing style of this wine that has a full bouquet of peach and apricot. Pairs well with pasta and seafood or summer salad.

Grape • Kerner
Place • Alto Adige, Italy
FYI • This grape is the crossing of Trollinger and Riesling.

"Rockwerk is a portmanteau of the words Rock and Werk. Winegrowing in Austria means working with the rocks, and in many vineyards, very little topsoil exists. Vines often grow in direct contact with the rocks below. Making the grower's work "rock work." Notes of green apple. Pair with grilled asparagus.

Grape • Gruner Veltliner
Place • Niederosterreich, Austria
FYI • This wine is certified vegan.

A family domaine, owned by the father-and-son team of Robert and Damien Martin. Complex with well defined citrus and stone fruit aromas, with hints of acacia, honeysuckle, verbena, and fennel. Great as an aperitif. Also pairs well with risotto, mixed salads, or cold antipasti.

Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Burgundy, France
FYI • Son Damien has principle control over the vineyards

The tiny village of Varigotti is comprised of neatly terraced vineyards on the hillside that have been managed by the Ruffino family for over 500 years! This wine is impossibly charismatic reflecting its coastal terroir. Notes of pear, apricot, and herbs, this pairs well with fish or a mozzarella and peach salad.

Grape • Vermentino
Place • Liguria, Italy
FYI • Today the estate is run by four siblings.

Eric - a popular figure having previously served as a Paris fireman - and his wife Sophie Ughetto started this winery in 1990 along the foothills of the Dentelles de Montimirail. This is everything you want from this region - controlled power with layers of anise and garrigue. Pairs well with cassoulet.

Grape • Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre
Place • Rhone Valley, France
FYI • Eric is currently the Mayor of Gigondas.