Fermented in stainless steel, this pale yellow white is full of classic sauvignon blanc notes of tropical fruit and grapefruit. This is a great aperitif wine and also pairs well with seafood.

Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Curico Valley, Chile
FYI • Santiago, the capital, is 124 miles south.

One of the oldest and most historic wineries in Spain, Guerra was founded in 1879. While the winery was a pioneer in a number of areas, its claim to fame is this elegant wine made from a grape found almost exclusively on the Iberian Peninsula. Aromas of blackberry and a hint of smoke. Pair with goat tacos.

Grape • Mencia
Place • Bierzo, Spain
FYI • Mencia makes up 75% of all wine production in Bierzo.

This classic blend is from Pullus, one of the oldest cellars in Europe dating back to 1239. Using up to eight varietals, each one is fermented separately and then blended together. With notes of pear, apple, and honeysuckle this should be in your next picnic basket or served poolside.

Grape • Welschriesling, Riesling, Chardonnay, Furmint
Place • Stajerska, Slovenia
FYI • Stajerska (aka Styria) is Slovenia's largest wine region.

Among the countries very best winemakers, Fred Loimer took over his family estate in 1997. Since then he has pursued his version of "modern elegance" and wowed wine drinkers globally. Enjoy the bright notes of this wine, that reveal a touch of rose petal, with your fanciest version of a BLT.

Grape • Zweigelt, Pinot Noir
Place • Niederoesterreich, Austria
FYI • Niederoesterreich means Lower Austria.

"The Costières de Nîmes region of the Rhône Valley is a study in contrasts. It is the southernmost appellation of the region, but it is simultaneously the coolest in the southern Rhône Valley. Notes of citrus and pear. Pairs well with salmon carpaccio, scallops, veal and Cantal cheeses."

Grape • Roussanne, Marsanne
Place • Rhone Valley, France
FYI • A family-owned property since 1749.

"The Des Lyres de Chardonnay is a powerful and complex wine at the same time. Aromas of citrus and white flowers accompanied by a nice length. Its lively and frank mouth will reveal a vanilla touch on the finish. It can be paired with fish in sauce, white meats or hard cheese."

Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Burgundy, France
FYI • This famed house is based in Chablis.

From one of the highest vineyards in the America's comes this profoundly expressive wine. Incredibly low yields pays off in the intensity and ripeness of the fruit. With notes of rosemary, hibiscus, and cassis this pairs well with lamb tagine with prunes.

Grape • Malbec
Place • Mendoza, Argentina
FYI • The Tupungato volcano last erupted in 1987.

This Alexander Valley winery is named after Eliot (Sutro) and the land is named for Alice's family (Warnecke). The sauvignon blanc clone used in this wine is from the famed Chateau d’Yquem vineyards and it's a stunner. With notes of lemon peel this pairs well with a goat cheese salad.

Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Sonoma County, California
FYI • Alexander Valley became an AVA in 1984.

Blain-Gagnard was created in 1980. Their white wines are coveted by hedonists including this Premier Cru from the La Boudriotte site. This delicious showing has lots to give including great minerality that leads into a spicy pear nose before finishing with quince. A versatile dinner wine. Can cellar through 2023.

Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Burgundy, France
FYI • Is located within the grounds of the Morgeot Abbey.