9 Perfect Reds & Whites for Entertaining

Stellenrust is a medium-bodied white wine with aromas of ripe tropical fruit, spice and white peach. On the palate, rich apricot, pear and lemon flavors, accented by a soft herb and almond undertone end on a mineral note.

Asian (esp. Chinese), chicken, seafood (esp. with lemon), fried foods, vegetables.

Antonio Federici Rosso is a full-bodied red wine with ripe Morello cherry and delicate raspberry aromas. The palate has black fruit and cherry flavors, plus hints of warming spice on the long, complex finish.

Hearty pasta dishes, pizza, beef, lamb, cured meats, firm cheeses.

Touché is a full-bodied red wine with ripe black cherry, black currant, cranberry and dried flower aromas. The rich, elegant palate offers vibrant black fruit, spice and black pepper flavors, supported by hints of cocoa powder and vanilla on the long, complex finish.

Beef, lamb, game, burgers, meaty pasta, aged cheeses.

HJ Fabre Assemblage is a full-bodied red with aromas and flavors of dark berries, gentle spice and subtle floral tones. It's well-balanced throughout a long finish.

Aged cheese, duck, game birds, venison, pork, vegetarian

Lustrum is a full-bodied red wine with aromas of black fruits and cocoa. On the palate, those same flavors are layered with mocha tones and a touch of black pepper across a long finish.

Roasted or grilled game, steak, burgers, pasta with rich sauces, sausages

The Magpie Sauvignon Blanc is a dry, light-bodied white wine. Opening with aromas of bright citrus and stone fruit, it offers crisp flavors of pink grapefruit, zesty lime and juicy nectarine across a long finish.

Shellfish, chicken, pork, herb sauces, zesty green salads and other vegetarian dishes, goat cheese

Palumbo Falanghina is a light-to medium-bodied white wine with generous citrus aromas. On the palate, expect concentrated flavors of citrus, green apple, pear and white peach, and a rounded texture.

Seafood (esp. shrimp and scallops), poultry (esp. chicken), risotto, arugula salad, pizza.

Château Vieux Gadet is a medium- to full-bodied red wine. On the palate, it offers a well of fresh red plum, cherry and black currant emboldened by flavors of stewed fruit and warm spices. Well-integrated tannins frame the wine through its finish.

Steak, burgers, barbecue, pork, duck, roasted vegetables, aged cheeses.