This wine comes from Costers del Segre DO one of the newest designated wine regions (DO) in Spain. This full-bodied red is made from 100% organic grapes. With notes of raisin and dried tobacco leaf it pairs well with roast lamb shoulder.

Grape • Tempranillo, Garnacha, Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Catalonia, Spain
FYI • This DO translates to "the banks of the River Segre."

Uncomplicatedly delicious. This textbook chenin blanc provides immense pleasure with nectarine, melon and honeysuckle notes. A pure pleasure to drink on its own or pair it with salads, anti-pasta and seafood.

Grape • Chenin Blanc
Place • Swartland, South Africa
FYI • Swartland is the bread basket of South Africa.

Malbec and Syrah from Argentina you ask? Indeed! The unlikely pairing has become a true favorite for many. A seductive color with notes of black currant from the Malbec and black pepper from the Syrah make this an ideal pairing with, surprise, Spicy Szechuan Beef!

Grape • Malbec, Syrah
Place • Mendoza, Argentina
FYI • Tilia is the oft found tree in Argentina's wine country.

A classic expression of Sauvignon Blanc specific to the strongly maritime climate and soils of South Africa. It shows a refined bouquet of lime and orange with delicate melon, fig and peach fruit notes. Aromatic, refreshing and perfectly balanced. Ideal as an aperitif or with salads and light fare

Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Western Cape, South Africa
FYI • Two oceans meet in this region affecting the grapes.

Winemaker Richard Shelton presents a delicious mid-California Pinot Noir with this offering. Once done in an over-the-top manner, more Cali winemakers are taking a reserved approach. The result is this bright and cheerful red that pairs well with Tacos Al Pastor and Cheese Tamales.

Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Central Coast, California
FYI • This area was originally inhabited by the Chumash people.

The Lurton family is originally from Bordeaux. It should come as no surprise that they continue to make in the Bordeaux style by blending grapes. This estate is located in the high valley and has a cool current that helps moderate temps. Big black fruit coupled with tobacco. Pairs great with steak.

Grape • Carmenere, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Colchagua Valley, Chile
FYI • Clos means walled vineyard in French.

With soils heavier in limestone and clay, wines from this area are often described as "sauvage" for their intensity. However grapes for this wine sit higher up and are noted for their finesse and elegance. A beautifully balanced wine with notes of red fruit and minerailty. Pairs well with roasted game birds.

Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Burgundy, France
FYI • Fixin is about 30 minutes from the city center of Dijon.

"te Pā winery is located on the Wairau Bar in Marlborough, which is New Zealand's earliest known settlement. Before the MacDonald family started te Pā in 2003 their family history has been deeply rooted in the Wairau Bar for over 800 years. Notes of ripe melon. Pair with a papaya salad.

Grape • Pinot Gris
Place • Marlborough, New Zealand
FYI • The skin of this grape is not green but a medium blue.

"This vineyard is famous throughout the Mosel for its steepness as well as the rocky, blue Devonian slate soils. The wines that hail from this vineyard consistently show racy minerality and elegant structure. Notes of pineapple, lemon zest, and kitchen spice.

Grape • Riesling
Place • Mosel, Germany
FYI • Sonnenuhr means 'The sundial' in English.