Corsica is an island in the Mediterranean that sits off the coast of France. It boasts plenty of cheerful sunshine and cheerful is exactly what this wine is. Notes of cherry and a supple mouth feel, this pairs well with a variety of foods from charcuterie to roast chicken to grilled salmon.

Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Corsica, France
FYI • Napoleon was born on Corsica

" A perennial French favorite from Guillaume Touton's own vineyard in Bordeaux. Monsieur Touton Sauvignon Blanc possesses just the right amount of zesty Sauvignon Blanc flavors that let you know that it's distinctively French - think lemon peel. Pair with a goat cheese salad."

Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Bordeaux, France
FYI • White wine is only 7% of all wine production in Bordeaux.

Now in it's third generation of owners, the Botter family produces environmentally friendly wines. The horse on the label is a nod to the fairs famous in the region the family comes from. This ruby-red sipper has notes of blueberry and violets. Pair with Arrosticini.

Grape • Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Place • Abruzzo, Italy
FYI • Arrosticini, mutton skewers, are Abruzzo's famed dish.

Somontano DO was created in 1984 and is located in the NE part of Spain, a region not known for these grapes. A balanced 50/50 blend this wine offers lots of dark fruit with a hint of smokiness. A "yummy" wine that pairs well with BBQ.

Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Place • Aragon, Spain
FYI • Somontano means "beneath the mountain."

Two charming brothers are responsible for this "Twilight" wine. Nestled between two mountain ranges this vineyard is ideal for growing grapes. With a dark cherry color this blend is an instant hit with notes of rose, pomegranate, and pepper. Try with kebabs.

Grape • Cinsault, Grenache, Syrah, Tempranilo
Place • Bekaa Valley, Lebanon
FYI • This area is acclaimed for wines since Biblical times.

"The Farina family has roots in agriculture and winemaking tracing back to the beginning of the 16th century. Remo Farina combined the most modern concepts in winemaking technology with ancient, time-tested methods. Notes of Morello cherry and almond. Pair with cheese and charcuterie.

Grape • Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara, Corvinone
Place • Veneto, Italy
FYI • This is the same area Amarone comes from.

Stare Wallace headed west after graduating from MIT and discovered the enchantment of wine making in California. From one of their first vineyards comes this excellent and complex Zin with notes of boysenberry, juniper, toasted oak, coriander, mocha, and baking spice.

Grape • Zinfandel
Place • Sonoma County, California
FYI • This hidden region is famous for their Zinfandel.

Named after husband and wife duo Tony and Herta Peju, they began a second career making wine in 1983 after a successful business in the floral/nursery world. Bright and lively with notes of pineapple, guava, and white peach this pairs well with ceviche.

Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Napa Valley, California
FYI • Their two daughters are continuing the family business.

This powerhouse blend is from the newest AVA in Washington state: Candy Mountain that includes four mountains collectively known as "the rattles." This wine, named in honor of the owner's mother has a long velvety finish with notes of graphite and anise. Enjoy with a grilled t-bone.

Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Petit Verdot
Place • Columbia Valley, Washington
FYI • Candy Mountain AVA was named in 2020.