Caliveda Pinot Noir

Pairs well with: Roast turkey, creamy pasta, or stuffed mushrooms

This wine bursts with flavor and has a medium purple color with notes of pomegranate cola and black cherry, with an appealing vanilla fragrance.

Jam Jar Sweet Shiraz/Syrah

Pairs well with: Red meat, sharp cheeses, or chocolate

Jam Jar is a well-crafted option if you prefer a sweeter wine. The Sweet Shiraz is a perfect balance between acidity and sweetness. Shiraz wine also has high levels of antioxidants. The tannins found in Shiraz complement the flavor of red meat.

Petite Sirah

Pairs well with: Stuffed peppers or roasted meat

Petite Sirah, also known as Durif, was created in the 1860s in France as a cross between Syrah and Peloursin. It is mainly grown in California and has a deep color and full-bodied flavors of chocolate, black pepper, blueberries, and plums.

Grenache

Pairs well with: Stew or braised short ribs

This grape is one of the most commonly planted grapes in the world. It is believed to have originated in Spain. Furthermore, it needs hot, dry conditions to grow because it ripens late. This grape is also grown in Australia, Santa Barbara County, and Paso Robles. Its flavor profile includes strawberries and raspberries with a subtle white pepper note.

Tempranillo

Pairs well with: Burgers, barbecue, or paella

This black grape variety is grown to make full-bodied red wines in Spain. It ripens seven weeks earlier than most red Spanish grapes. Tempranillo has a neutral profile and blends well with Carignan and Grenache. It is also aged for a long time in oak, where it takes on the flavor of the barrel. It usually has the flavor profile of strawberries, vanilla, and plums.

Gamay

Pairs well with: Roast chicken or grilled fish

This purple-colored grape is a very old cultivar and is mostly grown in the Loire Valley around Tours and Beaujolais. Gamay wines are low in tannin and are best enjoyed when slightly chilled. These wines tend to have a fruity flavor profile of cherries and berries with hints of flowers. Furthermore, it is usually produced in a dry style, as it is not very sweet and has high acidity.

Sangiovese

Pairs well with: Slow-roasted pork, fried chicken livers, or tomato-based pasta

Sangiovese is a dark grape of the Italian variety. It is primarily grown in Tuscany, Italy. This is a dry wine with high acidity and a medium body. Furthermore, it has a delightful fruity fragrance with notes of blackberry, plum, and cherry.

Cabernet Franc

Pairs well with: Tomato-based dishes, grilled vegetables, or roasted meat

One of the most popular black grape types in the world is Cabernet Franc. It is lighter in color when compared to Cabernet Sauvignon. Depending on the style of wine and where it has grown, its fragrance can include violets, raspberry, bell pepper, and tobacco.