Eggplant parm or a big ol’ plate of lasagna, smashburger, grilled portobellos, or Thanksgiving leftovers. This wine isn’t picky. It just wants to hang.

Right off the bat, you get this lifted, juicy burst—wild berries, crushed violets, a little black tea edge and this almost savory note that keeps pulling you back in (like that one moody song you always put on repeat). The texture? Dreamy. It’s got that silky-soft grip, like suede on your tongue, with just enough wildness to keep things exciting. Finishes like a forest breeze after rain. It's soulful, not showy. Unexpected, yet totally familiar.

Varietal

Field Blend (Prokupac, Blaufrankisch, Zacinjak, Vranac, Crna tamjanika, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay Riesling)

Vintage:

• 2022

ABV:

• 13%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Funky

Style:

Region: Timok Region , Serbia

Where the vines are wild, the wines are soulful, and life slows down just enough to feel it.

Tucked into the sun-drenched hills of Italy’s Adriatic coast, Tenuta Est isn’t just a winery—it’s a heartbeat. A place where nature leads, people listen, and wine is made with that rare mix of intuition, grit, and grace. This is a project born out of deep gratitude for the land, a little rebellious spirit, and a whole lotta love.

At Tenuta Est, they don’t follow trends—they follow the seasons. Every bottle reflects the joy of slowing down, the magic of imperfection, and the quiet confidence that comes from doing things your own way. No additives, no overthinking, no fuss—just honest wine with soul.

From their fresh, punchy whites to reds that feel like your favorite worn-in sweatshirt, everythin

Slow-roasted pork carnitas tacos with a hint of spice and lime, BBQ ribs, smoked brisket, or a backyard burger with caramelized onions.

This red is rustic in the best way, bursting with wild cherry, dried fig, cracked pepper, and a bit of that Adriatic sea breeze. There’s a soft grip from the tannins, like a sandy hug after a day on the beach, and a whisper of smoke and dried herbs that keeps things cozy and deep.

It’s a wine that feels like listening to Fleetwood Mac on vinyl while watching the sun go down with your favorite people. Unfiltered, untamed, and totally unforgettable.

Varietal:

Plavac Mali

Vintage:

• 2023

ABV:

• 12.2%

Funky Scale:

Middle of the Road

Style:

Region: Dalmatia, Croatia

Tucked along the rugged, sun-drenched coast of Dalmatia, the Vukušić family doesn’t just make wine — they bottle joy, tradition, and a whole lotta heart. This is a tiny, passionate operation where every grape is picked by hand, every bottle tells a story, and everything is done with a kind of soulful ease that only comes from generations of doing things the right way — not the fast way.

Their vibe? Think: your cool uncle who surfs in the morning, grills at sunset, and always has a great record playing in the background. That’s BonBon. It’s a love letter to Plavac Mali — Croatia’s sun-kissed, wild-hearted native grape — and a toast to life’s simple, beautiful moments.

The Vukušićs aren’t trying to impress you. They’re just genuinely stoked you’re here, sipping something they poured their

Jamón, patatas bravas, mushroom pizza, eggplant parm, lamb tagine, spicy couscous, smashburgers, grilled portobellos, BBQ tofu.

Juicy cherries, wild strawberries, dried herbs, black olive, and cracked pepper meet rustic warmth and fresh energy.

Varietal:

Carignan Noir, Lledoner Pelut

Vintage:

• 2023

ABV:

• 12.5%

Funky Scale:

Funky

Style:

Region: Fitou, France

Founded in 2022, Domaine Montluzia is still young—but don’t let that fool you. Adrien bought his first vines at 19 (yeah, 19!), and together with Saskia—who started out as a harvest worker and became his ride-or-die in life and winemaking—they’ve built something beautiful. Their connection to the land runs deeper than most; a twist of fate revealed Adrien’s grandfather was a winemaker from this very region. Destiny? Maybe. Either way, it’s goosebumps stuff. Their 24 hectares are fully organic, and with biodynamic certification on the way, they treat their land like a living, breathing thing. Horses plow the older vines. Minimal copper and sulfur. No shortcuts, no ego—just real, honest farming and wines that hum with clarity and light.

Smashburgers, ribs, risotto, lasagna, carne asada, mole chicken, short ribs, bulgogi, lamb kofta, roasted eggplant with tahini.

Blackcurrant, blackberry, plum, earthy tobacco, leather, and pencil shavings with green pepper, dried herbs, smooth tannins, and a long, dry finish.

Varietal:

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot

Vintage:

• 2021

ABV:

• 14%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Classic

Style:

Region: Bordeaux, France

Once upon a vine-covered hill, nestled just next door to the historic Chäteau Charmail, there was a little collection of wooden farmhouses that made up what is now Chäteau St. Paul. No stone castle, no fancy façade—just rustic charm, red clay, and a lot of heart. The name? Even the owners aren’t sure where “Saint-Paul” came from, and honestly, that just adds to the mystery.

Fast forward to today, and the Liquard-Goudet family has done something kind of beautiful—they’re bringing the old neighbors back together. Under the “Grand Charmail” project, they’re reuniting three legendary plots (Charmail, Saint-Paul, and Bardis) to create one continuous stretch of certified organic vineyards. It’s like a homecoming for the land, and Saint-Paul is bringing its own personality to the table: a little