The name of the game is organic farming. Pascal and Jean-Marc Verhaeghe started in the early nineties by banning all herbicides from the vineyards and managed to get rid of all chemical spraying agents by 2002. Bright flavors with a hint of citrus this pairs well with goat cheese.

Grape • Colombard, Ugni Blanc
Place • Gascony, France
FYI • Ugni Blanc is also used to make cognac.

Founded by Len Evans, considered the godfather of Australian wines, this winery was taken over by Bill Calabria when Evans passed away in 2007. Offering a quintessential Australian wine experience look for notes of plum and rosemary. Serve slightly chilled with étouffée.

Grape • Merlot
Place • South Eastern Australia, Australia
FYI • SE Australia covers a third of the country.

A fascinating part of the world, Patagonia has coasts on three oceans. Along with it's mountains, it has a dynamic geography but the wine region itself is very arid. With notes of plum, vanilla, and mulberry, this pairs well with grilled steak or pork tenderloin.

Grape • Malbec
Place • Patagonia, Argentina
FYI • Named for the ranch owned by Butch Cassidy and the SK.

A classic example of a New Zealand Savvy B. Showcasing great acidity with balanced citrus notes of grapefruit, this pairs well with grilled sea bass, fish tacos, and of course oysters on the half-shell.

Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Marlborough, New Zealand
FYI • Label is a nod to the mountains surrounding the vineyard.

These days chardonnay doesn't always speak of "place" - that is to say you don't get a sense of where it is from. That's not the case with this "unoaked mountain chardonnay" from Christian and Jean-Luc in the Pyrenees foothills. Fresh and lively minerality make this ideal as your next aperitif.

Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Limoux, France
FYI • History buffs will enjoy the medieval fortified churches.

This part of Austria has just enough warmth to grow red grapes. That is why first generation winemaker Martin Nigl is able to work with Zweigelt here to produce a delicious rosé full of strawberry, cherry and a hint of white pepper. Try this with French onion soup or clam chowder, salmon, or with a cheese course.

Grape • Zweigelt
Place • Kremstal, Austria
FYI • Austria has the world’s strictest wine producing regs.

Eric - a popular figure having previously served as a Paris fireman - and his wife Sophie Ughetto started this winery in 1990 along the foothills of the Dentelles de Montimirail. This is everything you want from this region - controlled power with layers of anise and garrigue. Pairs well with cassoulet.

Grape • Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre
Place • Rhone Valley, France
FYI • Eric is currently the Mayor of Gigondas.

The Côte’s prestigious and steeper slopes and schist soils, as well as a splash of Viognier, help promote the high-toned notes in this elegant red. Look for notes of smoke, black olive, succulent black cherries, and spices. Pair with cassoulet, beef brisket, & venison.

Grape • Syrah, Viognier
Place • Rhone Valley, France
FYI • The vineyard was planted in 1993.

"Old" by Napa standards, this family-owned estate was founded in 1967 and continues to earn the respect of other produces and oenophiles alike. This Bordeaux-style blend is silky smooth with velvety hints of chocolate and kitchen spice. A crowd-pleaser all the way. Enjoy it contemplating life in front of the fireplace.

Grape • Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec
Place • Napa, California
FYI • "Cult winery" neighbors include Bryant and Colgin.