Named for the whales who navigate the oceans by way of the Australian coastline, this chardonnay is perfect for the next gathering. A balanced wine that goes well with everything from a turkey salad sandwich to a chicken pot pie.

Grape • Chardonnay
Place • South Australia, Australia
FYI • Chardonnay is originally from central France.

Ilario and Leopoldo Ruffino began their heritage in wine in 1877 along a beautiful perch overlooking Tuscany. This medium-bodied style has a hint of kitchen spice making it ideal with an array of savory foods...and of course pasta!

Grape • Sangiovese
Place • Tuscany, Italy
FYI • Some white wine is allowed to blend into Chianti.

"This white offers a spring-like nose of fresh white peaches, pears, green apple, green melon and hints of jasmine and rose petals. Well-balanced, it displays a pleasant freshness with citrus notes and a long finish. Pairs well with seafood or spicy cuisine."

Grape • Torrontes
Place • Mendoza, Argentina
FYI • Maipe means "Lord of the Wind" in Quechua.

It is well known that Friuli is home to Italy's best white wines - or a great many of them anyway! The rolling foothills which ultimately lead to the Dolomites provide the perfect environment to nurture white varietals. With notes of peach blossom and citrus this is a great aperitif wine or paired with fish.

Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Friuli, Italy
FYI • Prodigo means lavish or grand.

One of only 14 wineries in Spain to have the recognition of "Vino de Pago" - the highest category a Spanish vineyard can obtain. This recognition allows their very own Denomination of Origin "Pago de Otazu." Big notes of plum, blackberry, and kitchen spice, this pairs well with big proteins!

Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon, Tempranillo, Merlot
Place • Navarra, Spain
FYI • The cellar with nine vaults is designed after a cathedral

This family owned estate enjoys a remarkable view high up on what is some of the most coveted land in the region. Great land and meticulous harvesting make this a delicious wine, With notes of apricot and peach this pairs well seafood and aged cheeses.

Grape • Trebbiano, Grachetto, Malvasia
Place • Umbria, Italy
FYI • Umbria is known as Italy's "green heart."

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.

Sourced from vineyards in four counties, the eclectic mix of grapes that goes into making this wine is a fan favorite every vintage. This is Rhone Valley meets Cali Zin. A medium-bodied delight that is luscious yet balanced with loads of rich, ripe dark fruit, chocolate and coffee. Enjoy by a fire or with a rich stew.

Grape • Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Syrah, and more...
Place • Sonoma, California
FYI • This wine is made from nine different varietals.

Bordeaux always has something beautiful to offer. It's smart to look for it outside of the usual suspects. This estate produces remarkable wine year after year. A bullet of fruit-driven deliciousness - cassis, anise, plum preserves. Honestly? This is heavenly when paired with braised lamb.

Grape • Merlot, Cabernet Franc
Place • Bordeaux, France
FYI • This estate produces but one wine - and this is it.