Originally from the Rhone Valley, Viognier has taken to the soils of Argentina nicely and now is one of the most popular white varietals in the country. With aromas of orange blossom and a medium body it is well positioned to pair with the many flavors at an asado.

Grape • Viognier
Place • Mendoza, Argentina
FYI • This is the only white grape allowed in the N. Rhone.

Founded in 1856 this winery, with the Andes acting as a stunning backdrop to the property, is still family owned and operated. The elegant use of oak on this charddonay elevates it's notes of pear, pineapple, and vanilla. Pairs very well with tuna tartare, smoked salmon, and other fish dishes.

Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Maipo Valley, Chile
FYI • In addition to grapes, Chile is also known for copper.

This single vineyard wine comes from the rolling hills of the Awatere Valley from New Zealand's famed Marlborough region. The label depicts the journey the grapes go through to become wine. This classic style from the region is full of tropical fruit notes and citrus. Pairs well with seafood.

Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Marlborough, New Zealand
FYI • Wine is named after the Maori word for Great Treasure.

There is an unearthly like beauty in this region that is reminiscent of photos of Mars. The dominant red clay soil with the arthritic looking tendrils of old-vines reaching for the sky is truly something to behold. A robust red full of black fruit. Pairs nicely with a Sunday roast.

Grape • Garnacha, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Aragon, Spain
FYI • An area renown for it's Moorish-influenced architecture.

Laurence & Marc Pasquet were so enamored with this land they immediately bought it in 1990. They have progressively improved their wines which are now certified organic. A supple wine with layers of black fruit this pairs well with grilled meats.

Grape • Merlot
Place • Bordeaux, France
FYI • Property named after two south-facing parcels.

The stunning cliffs in this region are draw dropping. Equally stunning is this full flavored, textured white. There is a true salinity to it courtesy of the Tyrrhenian Sea's influence. Also notes of lemon peel and fennel. Pairs well with linguine and calamari.

Grape • Falanghina
Place • Campania, Italy
FYI • This region, west of Naples, is a large supervolcano.

"Made from bespoke grapes and is not a byproduct of red wine production, per se. The essential principle here is that less is truly more. The wine does not overwhelm, it's charms are seductively subtle." - RG Notes of cassis, rose, and strawberry. Pairs great with crab or oysters.

Grape • Grenache, Grenache Blanc, Mourvedre
Place • Santa Cruz, California
FYI • Grapes sourced from different regions in California.

From the heart of Tuscany is this complex and immediately enjoyable chianti. The years it spends in Slovenian oak helps coax these classic elements of crushed rose petal, sage, and clove. Pairs beautifully with your favorite pasta dish or even bisteca.

Grape • Sangiovese
Place • Tuscany, Italy
FYI • The famed straw bottle from chianti is called a fiasco.

Jean-Pierre Boisson, former long-serving mayor of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, runs Domaine Père Caboche with his children Emily & Nicolas. A complex wine with notes of white flowers, peach, ginger, and pear. Whites represent only 5% of production here. Enjoy this with chicken and apricots.

Grape • Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Clairette, Bourboulen
Place • Rhone Valley, France
FYI • Caboche is from the Provencal word = horseshoe nails.