As one of the top estates in the Languedoc (if not southern France) the owner, Gerard Bru, spares no expense. He transplanted a classical villa from Montpellier to the Languedoc stone by stone to create the perfect look on his estate. Elegant with aromas of blackberry and licorice this is great with duck.

Grape • Grenache, Syrah
Place • Coteaux du Languedoc, France
FYI • The Cot. du Langedoc is a remarkable 80 miles long.

"Toza is a classic example of the Monastrell variety from the Mediterranean region. Clean, bright cherry red color. It is bold with intense fresh red fruits and varietal aromas on the nose. Aged in oak barrels, this Spanish red is rich, toasty, round and velvety. Pair with pasta and rice dishes."

Grape • Monastrell
Place • Jumilla, Spain
FYI • This region is also famous for it's dairy goats.

From one of the new generation of winemakers in Argentina comes this delicious offering from Chakana - the Southern Cross constellation named by the indigenous people. Loaded with plenty of ripe berries and a hint of spice this pairs well with grilled meat and vegetables.

Grape • Malbec
Place • Mendoza, Argentina
FYI • El Ganador translates as "the winner."

Named for the summer solstice, the grapes are harvested in the cool morning hours before the notorious heat of the region warms the fruit up. Served as an aperitif this captures the spirit of summer with notes of strawberry and peach.

Grape • Grenache, Cinsault, Caladoc
Place • Provence, France
FYI • Caladoc is a crossing of Grenache and Malbec.

Regaleali wines are know for their outstanding quality. Named after the family coat of arms this refreshing white is a blend of several varietals. Notes of orange blossom and citrus make this a favorite to pair with everything from fried calamari to grilled salmon to roast chicken.

Grape • Catarratto, Pinot Bianco, Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Sicily, Italy
FYI • Growing many staples the estate is self sufficient.

Meaning "extra free" in French, Extra Libre is a new interpretation of malbec. Without added sulfites this is a "fun and funky" red with a big nose and moderate tannins on the palate. This will evolve in glass but has smokey, vegetal notes up front. Pairs well with big protein.

Grape • Malbec
Place • Cahors, France
FYI • Wines from this region are also called "the black wine."

There are a number of grapes that have done exceptionally well in South America that don't receive the "celebrity status" other varietals do. Tannat, offered here by Bolivian native Francisco Roig, is powerful yet restrained. A substantive wine that pairs well with big flavors such as lamb and rosemary.

Grape • Tannat
Place • Samaipata, Bolivia
FYI • 1750 represents the altitude the grapes are grown at.

Vincent and Isabelle Greuzard represent the fourth generation of his family to run this small estate. As the importer so aptly put it, there may be more expensive wines from the Macon - but none finer. A rounded, rich style in perfect harmony and a excellent example of white Burgundy. Pair with chicken in cream sauce.

Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Burgundy, France
FYI • La Roche Vineuse means vinous rock.

Absolutely brilliant white that delivers tremendous bang for the buck. The Goisot family has a long history of outstanding wine making. A kiss of french oak is behind this masculine style wine that easily has a few years in the bottle to fully mature. This is a reserve bottling made only in top vintages.

Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Burgundy, France
FYI • Saint Bris was once formally part of Chablis.