Grilled bell pepper tacos with cilantro and lime, tomato & basil bruschetta, and crispy tofu with soy and ginger

Ripe red berries lead alongside notes of small flowers, fresh herbs, and crushed black pepper. Mouthwateringly vibrant, refreshing, and light!

Varietal

grolleau, gamay, cabernet franc

Vintage:

• 2023

ABV:

• 12%

Funky Scale:

Middle of the Road

Style:

Region: Loire Valley , France

Winemakers Jennifer Bariou and Thibaut Bodet bring a wealth of experience from working in wineries across the globe before settling in Azay-le-Rideau, a dynamic appellation in the central Loire Valley. Their passion for natural winemaking and deep respect for the land have driven them to cultivate 9 hectares of organic vineyards, expanding from their initial 2.5 hectares in 2015.

Their vineyards, spread across diverse terroirs with clay, flint, and quartz soils, are farmed using biodynamic principles. They embrace biodiversity, grazing sheep among the vines and planting fruit trees—peaches, pears, almonds, and cherries—throughout the estate. In the cellar, they work with native yeasts and minimal intervention, allowing their wines to authentically express the land.

Gourmet onion ring burgers, carne asada fries, and rich barbecue sauces

Bright plum, dried sage, and rose petals. Firm tannins provide an overall structure to ripe fruit and intriguing herb flavors

Varietal:

grenache, syrah, carignan

Vintage:

• 2021

ABV:

• 13.5%

Funky Scale:

Middle of the Road

Style:

Region: Rhône, France

Mas Mellet is a vibrant, soulful winery bringing the sun-soaked spirit of the south of France straight to your glass. Nestled in the heart of the Costières de Nîmes, this domaine is all about wild, untamed energy—organic vineyards, old-vine magic, and a winemaking approach that lets nature lead the way.

Winemaker Laurence Manya Krief pours passion into every bottle, crafting wines that are fresh, juicy, and packed with personality. Think: Mediterranean breezes, gnarled vines, and a whole lot of love. These wines aren’t just about terroir—they’re about feeling. They're wines for friends, for moments, for kicking back and enjoying life.

Organic, biodynamic, and unapologetically expressive—Mas Mellet is where French winemaking meets a laid-back, free-spirited attitude.

Creamy, wild mushroom pastas, barbecued ribs, meatballs with tomato sauce and cured meats and cheeses on crackers

A core of juicy blackberries and dark cherries, complemented by hints of earth, cracked black pepper, and a touch of cocoa. Rich, silky tannins give this wine strength and a medium body keeps it fresh

Varietal:

Zweigelt and SanktLaurent

Vintage:

• 2022

ABV:

• 12%

Funky Scale:

Middle of the Road

Style:

Region: Burgenland, Austria

Judith Beck doesn’t just make wine—she lets nature do its thing and guides it along with a gentle hand. Nestled in Burgenland, Austria, her vineyards are wild, alive, and thriving under biodynamic farming. No chemicals, no shortcuts—just pure, soulful wines that reflect the land and the love poured into them. She works with Austria’s coolest native grapes—Blaufränkisch, St. Laurent, Zweigelt—letting them shine in their own way. The result? Wines that are fresh, vibrant, and full of personality, just like Judith herself. Every bottle feels like a warm invitation to slow down, sip, and savor the moment.

BBQ short ribs, Manchego, grilled vegetables

Blackberries, cherries, fig, dark chocolate, and spice. Velvety texture with a smooth finish.

Varietal:

Merlot

Vintage:

• 2019

ABV:

• 13.5%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Classic

Style:

Region: Bordeaux, France

Born from a love of winemaking and a deep respect for the land, Charivari Wines is the creative project of Nea Berglund, a talented winemaker making waves in Bordeaux, France. With a fresh, rebellious spirit, Charivari challenges traditional Bordeaux expectations, crafting wines that are vibrant, soulful, and full of life.

Nestled in the rolling hills of Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux, Charivari focuses on minimal intervention, allowing each wine to tell its own story. L'Aventure Nocturne, a 100% Merlot, is a perfect example—hand-harvested, gently fermented, and aged in old oak barrels to bring out its deep, velvety character. Unfined, unfiltered, and bursting with personality, it’s a wine that speaks to both heart and palate.