United States of America

Spellbound Merlot

Located in the heart of Sonoma County and one of the most well-known regions, Russian River Valley has the perfect growing conditions for Pinot Noir. The fruit notes here are of black cherries and strawberries plus cocoa and a touch of baking spice. Mediu

For Zinfandel, Ridge is king. This one contains small amounts of three other grapes, but they simply add layers of lush, full-bodied flavor. Ripe black cherry dominates, but there is also a slight gaminess and enough tannin to make this a food wine. Lovel

If you like the rich vanilla flavor that comes from oak aging, this is a wine for you. Perfect for sipping due to it's low tannin- no drying effect. Nice black cherry, Currant fruit, plums and prunes. Subtle hints of spice can be found as well. An excelle

A smooth, supple sipping Cabernet, with medium-body plus tannin that shows a dark ruby color with a rich nose of blackberry, raspberries and hints of black pepper. This intense Cabernet is full of artful fruit, provides a round mouth feel and a soft ling

Their vision is to make an honest, affordable wine that's as appropriate for weeknights as for weekends, and every occasion in- between. It's a punchy Cali Pinot with intense cherry aromas and a touch of cocoa richness. Medium-bodied with medium acidity a

Bridge Lane Red Blend

Joel Gott Cabernet Sauvignon

Upwell Pinot Noir

Matthew Fritz Cabernet Sauvignon

If you like a bright, lush Cab. that isn't heavy or oaky but has ultraviolet fruit (essence of fruit flavor, pure, clean, laser-like) with very little earthiness - this one's for you. There are also touches of licorice and cocoa and light, smooth tannins.

Gamay (think Beaujolais) is one of the more experimental varieties being grown in the Finger Lakes, but if this one is any clue, we should hope for a lot more of it! it's super light in body and tannins, sippable alone or with charcuterie, chicken pot pie