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.

The Central Coast AVA extends about 250 miles along the state's coastline. Some of the best value in California comes from this region. With a velvety texture this red has pleasing notes of herbs, cherries, and plums. Great with pasta carbonara or chunks of parmesan cheese.

Grape • Merlot
Place • Central Coast, California
FYI • Castle Rock is a fictional fort in "Lord of the Flies."

"The picturesque Robertson Valley is nestled in the shadow of the majestic Langeberg mountains, close to the Breede (“Broad”) River. Yellow-green color. The nose is complex with passion fruit, grapefruit and ripe fig aromas. The palate is fruity with a zesty acidity."

Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Western Cape, South Africa
FYI • This region is also famous for breeding horses.

Located in Rioja Alta, Muga is one of Spain's most revered winemaking families and one of the most important producers in this region. Synonymous with excellence this wine has notes of blackberry, vanilla, and chocolate. Pairs well with steak.

Grape • Tempranillo, Garnacha
Place • Rioja, Spain
FYI • Muga employs a master cooper for their barrel making.

Andre Mack is a former investor turned winemaker. Steadily working up the ranks as a sommelier he realized his dream of making wine several years ago. Full-bodied with a velvety texture this wine is meant to please from the first sip with notes of blackberry and chocolate.

Grape • Syrah, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Rogue Valley, Oregon and Washington State
FYI • Mouton Noir means Black Sheep in French.

"Located in the sourhtern Rhoney Valley, Lirac wines have been produced in the Southern Rhone Valley since before Roman times, when they were favorites of the kings and popes of Avignon. Notes of black raspberry, white pepper and spice flavors and a good concentration of acidity. Pair with Bistro fare."

Grape • Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault, Carignan
Place • Rhone Valley, France
FYI • Lirac is the oldest recorded wine of the Cotes-du-Rhone.

Considered one of the finest producers in Italy, this white, even within their portfolio, is famous. Although we don't normally tout wines with awards, this one is worth mentioning having won more Tre Bicchieri than any other wine. Complex with great minerality and gooseberry. Can age 10 years.

Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Alto Adige, Italy
FYI • The winemaker Hanz Terser has been here since 1977!

Despite the fact that this wine goes through 100% malolactic fermentation (fancy word for making the body of the wine seem richer) it is remarkably lean with a long finish. Excellent winemaking at it's finest. Will go beautifully well with oysters, scallops, or cod.

Grape • Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc
Place • Santa Maria Valley, California
FYI • The SMV appellation is the second oldest in the U.S.

"Founded by Mark Vlossak in 1988. Mark's interest and education in wine began early – his father was a wine importer and Mark produced sparkling wine in 1985-87. With notes of plum, dark cherry, savory spices and smoke, this pairs well with a leg of lamb and roast vegetables."

Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Willamette Valley, Oregon
FYI • Winery takes its name from Mark's father's middle name.