Flourent Cosme Vouvray Grosse Pierre

The Chenin Blanc grape is grown in the Loire Valley, in the town of Vouvray, located 2 hours west of Sancerre. Different than Sav Blanc from Sancerre because of its pretty white flower note, pear fruit nuances with crisp, lively, mineral-driven acidity. Pair with your favorite shellfish.

Feudo Montoni Grillo

The estate is located about 2 hours southeast of the capital, Palermo. The grape variety Grillo is grown on very steep terraces at about 2100 feet above sea level. First tastes of the wine show a little sweetish white fruit, but as we go on to taste more, we get a round texture with grassy notes, and the “fruit” taste becomes more crisp on the finish.

Suertes del Marqués 7 Fuentes

From the Canary islands located off the coast of Africa located east of Morocco, this is one of the more obscure wine varietals you will find. The reason is the grape, Listan Negro is indigenous to the island and has no outside lineage to other grapes. The volcanic soils of the island add a fresh acidity and minerality to the wine with black cherry fruit notes. Medium-bodied and a low 12.5% alcohol. Very unique wine.

Cantine due Palme Negroamaro

From the “heel of the boot” in Puglia Italy, about an hour and a half south of Bari, the Negroamaro is simply a juicy, supple joy to drink. No hard tannins but with subtle acidity to keep the wine alive. Cherry, blueberry fruits with a little taste of dates to remind you of the wine’s Italian origins.

La Posta Armando Bonarda

Coming from the Mendoza region in Argentina, the Bonarda grape has become the country’s second most cultivated grape behind Malbec. Different from Malbec because of its sturdy style and dark blue plums and cherries. The wine’s tannins, it’s drying compound, have a subtle chalky quality that I think gives it a hearty feel and balances well with the fruits. This serves well with winter comfort dishes.