A Mix of Our Red & White Wines

Although the Sauvignon Blancs from the Loire may be more well-known today, the first celebrated Sauv Blanc in the world was from the warm, maritime soils of Bordeaux. Opening with distinctive tropical aromas of lychee and passionfruit alongside a touch of herbal green, the palate is bright, full-fruited, and refreshing, with a taut mineral finish.

A fabulous aperitif, the Cuvée Émile will do very well beside herbaceous seafood preparations like ceviche, cod with parsley sauce, or a flavorful tabbouleh.

Opening with vintage Italian notes of dusty earth, and dark, intense red fruit, some fresh, some dried, the palate is a lesson in texture, with smooth red fruits on entry, mouthfilling weight, and a light, tannic finish.

A fabulous wine to pair with traditional Italian fare, it will be right at home beside a white ragù over pappardelle, a biftek Fiorentina, or something more French like a roasted duck breast with cherry jus.

From the cool hills of the Pfalz in Germany, the Weingut Plüger Sauvignon Blanc strikes a nice balance between the mineral intensity of something like Sancerre, with the overt fruitiness of New Zealand. Opening with notes of unripe guava and passionfruit along with a salty mineral streak, the palate is ripe and rich with blistering acidity, making for a compelling white that will suit many palates.

A ripe Sauvignon like the Fossilis will pair well with soft Loire goat cheeses like Chèvre, richer seafood preparations like Bouillabaise with Rouille or Lobster Thermidore.

Opening with distinct notes of farm-fresh blueberries, dark flowers, and just a whiff of smoke, the Pulchra Durmiens really comes alive on the palate, with the same blue fruit present, but also more raspberry, and some meaty Syrah elements. With tense acidity, and a firm, food-friendly finish, it's a wine that will do well with a variety of fare.

The bold Pulchra Durmiens is an ideal pairing partner - big enough to stand up to the meatiest proteins, but light and expressive enough to let more delicate fare shine, it will be ideal beside roast poultry or pork with lots of spices, seared red meat with wild mushrooms, or a meaty vegetarian preparation like mushroom risotto or bolognese.

A beautiful example of the virtues of blending white grapes, the Zodiac takes three lesser-known French whites, and turns them into something spectacular. This wine opens with strong mineral elements, along with citrus, and light orchard fruits. The palate is brisk with a clean finish, and lovely fruit weight.

A perfect aperitif wine, the Zodiac is going to go well with light appetizers, or seafood entrées. Enjoy with a creamy brie, grilled scallops with chili butter, or a simply sautéed salmon with garlic spinach.

Alicante Bouschet is one of the most unique grapes in the world of wine - will almost all red grapes actually have white juice, alicante's juice runs as red as the wine's skins. This almost-inky edition from Pech d'Andre though, has both delicacy and power to offer, after being blended with the vibrant Cinsault grape. Opening with a nose of fresh herbs, mint, and decadent red fruit, the palate is muscular and intense with rustic tannins, a rich core of red fruit, and a long finish.

An ideal steak wine, this rustic red is a great companion to all manners of rich, substantial fare. Enjoy beside a braised lamb shank, a stuffed chicken ballatine, or a rich mushroom risotto.