"Boasting a beautiful rose petal color with shiny hues, the La Roche Palais offers subtle notes of red fruit (strawberry, raspberry) that are complemented by mild aromas of apples and pear. In order to get an optimal harvest quality, the grapes are picked at dawn and pressed immediately. Pair with grilled shrimp."

Grape • Grenache, Cinsault
Place • Languedoc-Roussillon, France
FYI • La Roche Palais means "the palace rock" in English.

With a perfect climate nestled in the foothills of the Andes as well as the family's French winemaking know-how, this producer has all the right ingredients for making a delicious wine. Aromas of blackberry and a hint of black pepper present beautifully. Pair with lamb kebabs.

Grape • Malbec
Place • Mendoza, Argentina
FYI • Made from 100% organic grapes.

The vast land that is Swartland was discovered in the 1600's by the Dutch. Always an agricultural region, its wheat fields share the rolling hills with vineyards. Notes of blackberry, cassis, and a touch of oak, this pairs well with classic recipes like roasted leg of lamb, grilled lamb chops and beef kebabs.

Grape • Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Swartland, South Africa
FYI • The label is inspired by an old inn on the Western Cape.

Xavier is originally from Picardie in northern France. His upbringing in a non-wine environment has led him to experiment including a variety of aging vessels and complex blending techniques. With notes of blackcurrant, blackberry and violet this pairs well with spiced rib or Galbitang, the Korean short rib soup.

Grape • Grenache, Mourvedre, Syrah
Place • Rhone Valley, France
FYI • Xavier's father was a master stone mason.

Marc Plouzeau took over the family owned operation in 1999 and has put his undeniable seal of excellence on the wines ever since. Often overshadowed by its better known neighbors in Sancerre, this incredible find is full of zip and zing acidity. Pairs well with chevre and asparagus.

Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Loire Valley, France
FYI • Tourraine is named after the Celtic tribe Turones.

The fiery and independent Catalonian spirit is captured by this family-owned winery located just northeast of Barcelona. Founded in 1797, this iconic producer is known for the great minerality of their wines. Pairs well with many dishes but particularly Mediterranean as well as pork sausage and picada.

Grape • Xarello, Macabeo, Parellada
Place • Catalonia, Spain
FYI • Cava was originally called xampan.

Julien Bertrand returned to the family business ten years ago after making a career in international business. He missed the calmer lifestyle of working vineyards so returned as the 3rd generation to run the winery. This wine is beautifully balanced with an elegant mouthfeel. Pairs well with fish or poultry.

Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Burgundy, France
FYI • They use natural yeasts for their fermentation.

Though the two men who joined forces to start this house are gone, their remarkable legacy lives on through Vincent Sauvestre. The impeccable quality of this wine is immediately evident. Notes of toast, orange, and an underlying minerality make this one to keep for the next five years or drink now.

Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Burgundy, France
FYI • The best wine here comes from the Cote d'Or.

Two Paddocks started in 1993 with modest ambitions at their original little vineyard at Gibbston, Central Otago in the deep south of New Zealand. Named after an adjoining vineyard, this wine has aromas of tart apple, nectarine, citrus and white flowers. Pair with Epoisses (stinky cheese).

Grape • Riesling
Place • Central Otago, New Zealand
FYI • This wine is sustainable and vegan.