France

One of the reasons we love wines from the Rhone is the delicate balance the reds have between fruit, earth, and spice. This wine from Damien Marres opens with trademark notes of red fruit and a bit of smoke, while the palate is full-fruited, and still firm. A fabulous candidate for pairing with protein, or as a holiday highlight.

Reds from the Rhone have long been beloved in restaurants for their ability to pair with all sorts of food, and this wine will go well with all sorts of things. This is a great burger wine, a perfect steak or venison partner, or even a match for richer vegetable preparations like eggplant parmesan, or spring pea risotto.