2022 Bodegas As Laxas, Albariño — Albariño is the predominant white grape in the Rías Baixas region, in Galicia, on the Atlantic coast of northwest Spain, one of the coolest and rainiest parts of the country.

As Laxas was established in 1975 on a site that had been producing wine since 1862. They are based in the village of Arbo with vineyards overlooking the Miño River. Fruit for this wine is sourced exclusively from Condado del Tea, the most inland sub-region and the warmest, with granite and slate soils on south-facing terraces between 500 and 650 feet in elevation. Like all good Albariños, this one is fresh and aromatic, with brisk acidity and notes of apple and orchard fruit. Plus a marked stony minerality and outstanding structure and texture. Perfect for anything from the sea. $21

2022 Storm Point, Chenin Blanc — Storm Point was named for the violent storms that plagued early explorers who sailed around South Africa’s Cape of Good Hope on their voyages to India. The winery is based in the harsh, rugged Swartland region on the Cape’s west coast, known for producing some of South Africa’s most distinctive and innovative wines. The soil here consists of Malmesbury shale and decomposed granite, which imparts intense aromatics, powerful flavor, and great minerality to the wines. Like most growers in Swartland, their vineyards are dry farmed, and they ferment their wines with native yeast. This Chenin Blanc was aged on its lees for nine months in stainless steel, adding texture and complexity while preserving the freshness of the fruit. With bright citrus and ripe stone fruit flavors and food-friendly acidity, it would pair well with roasted vegetables, poultry, or Asian fare. $15

2020 Cellars Can Blau, Can Blau — This winery is part of Gil Family Estates—a collection of small wineries throughout Spain committed to producing wines of character that reflect their local terroir and represent solid value. Can Blau is based in Spain’s northeastern Montsant region, known for its robust, elegant wines with great minerality. This wine is about half Cariñena (aka Mazuelo or Carignan), with Syrah and Garnacha, aged in French oak. The Garnacha is grown on old, dark, Llicorella slate, the Cariñena on clay, and the Syrah on limestone, resulting in a ripe, juicy, complex wine with flavors of plum and black cherry, and a touch of licorice. Enjoy over the next few years with game meat, lamb or poultry, roasted vegetables, or heartier mushroom-based dishes. $18

2021 Les Vignerons d’Estézargues, “La Montagnette” Côtes du Rhône Villages-Signargues —Estézargues is a small co-operative on the west side of the Rhône River, west of Avignon. They are unique for a co-op in that the wines are bottled separately for each estate. And thanks to the co-op’s commitment to environmentally responsible viticulture, all farming is sustainable and they use all natural yeasts and minimal added sulfites. La Montagnette is owned by Jean-Marie Granier, who bought his first vineyard plot at the age of 16. He now has 60 hectares of vines. This blend of 50% Syrah, 35% Grenache, and 15% Mourvèdre is rich and savory with dark fruit and a touch of baking spice. Perfect for the signature dishes of the Rhône Valley: poultry, roast pork, or cassoulet. $15

2018 Bergevin Lane Vineyards, Linen — Annette Bergevin co-founded her eponymous winery in 2002, along with her father, Gary Begevin and Amber Lane. Her family’s roots in the Walla Walla Valley go back over 150 years. Today she is the general manager, overseeing the winery operations. Her Linen Red is a smooth, inviting blend of 29% Cab Sauv, 29% Syrah, 19% Merlot, 17% Malbec, and 3% each Petit Verdot and Cab Franc, aged 26 months in small, neutral oak barrels. The fruit is all sourced from Walla Walla Valley vineyards: 58% Bergevin Springs Estate, 29% Francisca’s, 10% Les Collines, and 3% Eritage. They describe it as “refined, elegant, and priced for every day drinking.” With its rich texture and complex flavors of cherry and blackberry, it’s a great anytime red. $17

2020 Bodega Garzón, Marselan Reserva — South America is well known for its Argentinean Malbecs and Carménères from Chile. But Uruguay, on the Atlantic coast, is gaining a solid reputation for its wines, too, especially from serious producers such as Bodega Garzón. Their vineyards are planted on hillside slopes about ten miles from the sea where the stony soil and maritime breezes provide perfect conditions for producing elegant, complex wines. While Uruguay is best known for wines made from the red grape Tannat, this one is 100% Marselan, a cross between Cab and Grenache developed in 1961 in the French town of Marseillan. Aged six to 12 months on the lees in stainless steel and large oak casks, it is rich, smooth, and expressive, with dark, concentrated flavors and great minerality. Enjoy it with roasted meats with Provençal vegetables, or pork dishes. $25