The cooperative, Bodega Cuatro Rayas, is well known for producing the bright, refreshing, citrus-laden white this region is famous for. Fermented in stainless steel, this delight pairs well with tuna salad or salad nicoise.

Grape • Verdejo
Place • Rueda, Spain
FYI • A caballito de mar is a seahorse.

This isn’t your uncle’s pinotage (a grape unique to South Africa) and it’s easy to convince you with this one. Subtle notes of cherry, spice, and a touch of smoke offer up a seductive drinking experience that will put a smile on your face. Give it a try with marinated lamb or an Indian curry.

Grape • Pinotage
Place • Western Cape, South Africa
FYI • Named after the blue crane, South Africa’s national bird.

The Jolivet family have worked this estate for four generations. They are always on the cutting edge and looking to modernize their approach to winemaking. Easy drinking with notes of cherry and minerality, this pairs well with roast chicken.

Grape • Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Bordeaux, France
FYI • One of the first estates in BDX to introduce screw caps.

This light-bodied rosé is from grapes grown on calcerous soils and is organically managed by the Fabre family who have owned the vineyards since the 1500's. Crisp notes of strawberry and cherry shine through in this refreshing wine that pairs well with paella.

Grape • Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir
Place • Occitane, France
FYI • Grand courtade means the great courtyard in French.

Made mostly from grapes harvested in Dry Creek and Alexander Valleys. This Bordeaux style blend is full of dark berry fruit, kitchen spice, and vanilla. It pairs nicely with roast chicken or a juicy burger.

Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Malbec
Place • Sonoma County, California
FYI • There are over 400 wineries in Sonoma County.

The crumbly soils of the five hectares in Umbria for this wine are difficult to work but well worth it. A special project to owner Riccardo Cotarella, a glassful of this is like walking through an orchard of apples and citrus. Pairs nicely with a bowl of salmon and quinoa.

Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Umbria, Italy
FYI • Tellus is Latin for Earth.

For several generations the Thymiopoulus family have worked the lands of Rapsani which became one of Greece's first official appellations in 1971. The climate and soil here are perfect for producing gorgeous red wines. Deep crimson color gives way to a highly aromatic wine. Try with roasted lamb or mushroom risotto.

Grape • Xinomavro, Krasto, Stavroto
Place • Larissa, Greece
FYI • Grown on the foothills of Mt. Olympus.

"Dreams of Gold exhibits vibrant red fruits with minty, eucalypt and winter green nose. These aromatics pass through on the palate & complement the soft supple tannins. This is a perfect example of Eden valley Shiraz, seductive and elegant with great balance and length." Pair with a Sunday rib roast.

Grape • Syrah
Place • South Australia, Australia
FYI • Mengler's Hill is a popular lookout spot.

Reynaud's star status among young French wine makers keeps growing. Here he shines with this northern Rhone Viognier. Aromas of white peach, green apricot, and melon, with mineral and mild spice notes. Pairs very well with crostini with burrata and white peach, or pike-perch in white tomato beurre blanc.

Grape • Viognier
Place • Rhone Valley, France
FYI • This organic vineyard is certified by Eccocert.