Finca Antigua means "Old Estate" and was given this name in honor of the old vines that grow here. This robust red has notes of thyme and fennel due to the wild herbs that grow in the area. Delicious with a hearty stew.

Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • La Mancha, Spain
FYI • La Mancha is the largest wine region in the world.

As they say at the winery "happy wines start with happy vines." Complex soils, older vines, and a touch of aging in French oak adds to the succulent layers of plum, boysenberry, and anise. Easy to drink and easy to pair with...like a pulled pork sandwich.

Grape • Merlot
Place • Western Cape, South Africa
FYI • The WC's coasts border the Indian and Atlantic oceans.

Consistently recognized as a stand-out in French wine competitions, this workhorse white from the south-west of France delights from the first sip. Refreshing notes of citrus and fresh herbs are there from the first to last drop. Pairs extremely well with goat cheese and herbs.

Grape • Colombard, Ugni Blanc, Gros Manseng
Place • Cotes de Gascogne, France
FYI • Ugni Blanc is also distilled to make cognac.

The Bocchino's have farmed the beautiful hills of Canelli since 1930. The family’s approach remains largely unchanged from the time Liggia and Aurelio bought the property: lo-fi winemaking, and a lot of love and care. Vibrant acidity with notes berry and herbs. Very food friendly - try with charcuterie or rabbit.

Grape • Grignolino
Place • Piedmont, Italy
FYI • Grignolino is native to northern Italy.

Bobal is the second most planted red grape in Spain, but is little known. Isaac believes in the potential of the grape to produce fine wine of a quality much higher than its historic use as a blending grape. Look for notes of blackberry and plum. Pair with a game stew such as wild boar or an aged cheese like Pecorino.

Grape • Bobal
Place • Valencia, Spain
FYI • This is from the appellation Utiel-Requena.

This wine is a project between the Stoller Family and Chehalem, two wineries intrinsically tied to the Willamette Valley, hence the name of the wine. A rounded style with notes of tropical fruit, especially papaya, this pairs well with fish tacos and a spicy mango salsa.

Grape • Pinot Gris
Place • Willamette Valley, Oregon
FYI • Pinot Gris is the most planted white grape in Willamette.

This state-of-the-art operation includes everything from gravity-fed vinification to solar power to rainwater harvesting. Modern techniques and top notch south-facing slopes are behind this stellar wine. Full of rich, ripe berry fruit with a hint of tobacco leaf it is amazing with roast chicken.

Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Willamette Valley, Oregon
FYI • Willamette rhymes with Damn-It! (as they say)

"Located in Epernay this is one of the oldest houses in Champagne. Its wines are storied and have been a part of several historical events. Well-structured taste of peach, cherry, plums, and then oranges. Freshness, elegance are at the forefront."

Grape • Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
Place • Champagne, France
FYI • The only champagne served aboard the Titanic!

The two families that came together years ago to make port are now one of, if not the, most famous producers in Portugal. This wine has the potential to age for several years but the intent is to enjoy it in the here and now. Approachable red fruit layered with black pepper. Pair with grilled steak.

Grape • Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tina Roriz
Place • Duoro, Portugal
FYI • The estate dates back - incredibly - to 1565.