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An elegant wine calls for a dignified role. Greer Garson won an Academy Award, one of six for this wartime film, as the namesake heroine who perseveres with her family on the British homefront as the Blitz rages around them. Directed by William Wyler and also starring Walter Pidgeon, it is as powerful a statement now as when it was first released.

While there is no fencing in Frank Capra’s Oscar-winning comedy (as on this delicious wine’s label), there is no shortage of exuberance in the film’s Vanderhof family. Pour a glass of this zippy Sauvignon Blanc and sit back for both a rollicking and poignant story of free spirits, stuffed shirts, and a love that bridges the gap between them. Several notable stars populate the film, including central couple James Stewart and Jean Arthur, along with opposing patriarchs Lionel Barrymore and Edward Arnold.

This rosé is a gem from the sunny Mediterranean coast. What better to pair with a costume drama brimming with romance and thrills on the high seas? John Wayne and Ray Milland vie for the love of Paulette Goddard in this Cecil B. DeMille classic about cutthroats who destroy ships for salvage. Have a glass while being transported away to the Florida Keys, 180 years ago.

This movie-within-a-movie stars Meryl Streep and Jeremy Irons as two actors wrapped up in a romance both on and off screen. Luscious varietal Garnacha plays nicely in a supporting role. Its bold flavors complement not one but two captivating romances.

One of the most cherished ‘buddy’ movies of all time, director George Roy Hill’s New Hollywood Western breaks the genre’s conventions while delivering a pair of effortless performances from stars Paul Newman and Robert Redford. Its rich cinematography deserves a powerful red wine, and this bold Portuguese red is more than up to the task, full of fresh plum, blackberry, and cinnamon notes.

Who better to pair up with a baron than a bishop (or at least a bishop’s wife)? This holiday favorite stars Cary Grant as an angel who pays a visit to Earth to supply help, guidance, and a whole lot of charm. Nominated for five Academy Awards, including Best Picture, this holiday must-see also stars Loretta Young and David Niven. A heavenly movie for a transcendent wine.

This youthful and vibrant Italian red is a great match for Warner Brothers’ Chicago-set gangster film – starring one of Hollywood’s most charismatic tough guys, Edward G. Robinson. It’s the quintessential pre-code crime movie, and one that set the tone for an entire genre of fast-talking, gun-toting, underworld stories. Modeled after real-life mobster Al Capone, the title character was originally intended for Clark Gable, but it’s impossible to imagine anyone other than Robinson in the role; he’s as undeniable as the rich flavors in your glass.

A zingy, Western-themed Chenin Blanc calls for a little levity. This comedywestern classic is zingy in its own right. Starring Billy Crystal, Daniel Stern, and Bruno Kirby, it tells the story of three middle-aged “city slickers” who spend two weeks on a dude ranch. It also features Jack Palance in a memorable role as trail boss Curly Washburn, for which he would earn an Academy Award. A truly funny comedy, the movie also packs an emotional and thought-provoking punch. It’s a modern must-see.

Pour a glass of this classy and textured Malbec while enjoying the talents of star Lena Horne, along with Bill (Bojangles) Robinson, Fats Waller, Dooley Wilson, and the incredible Nicholas Brothers. The film isn’t strong on plot, but rather serves as a showcase for dazzling performances by a rare all-Black cast, becoming a joyous entertainment that’s also a cultural milestone. Made during WWII, it’s also a result of Hollywood’s attempts to bridge racial divides in support of the war effort.

Hammer, a small British studio, started a horror renaissance when it began reimagining genre classics in full color. This adaptation followed the Curse of Frankenstein (1957), which also featured acting duo Peter Cushing and Christopher Lee. Here, Cushing stars as vampire hunter Dr. Van Helsing opposite Lee as Dracula. The film was such a great success that the studio cancelled all non-horror films in their pipeline and began working on other soon-to-be horror classics. This deep red pays homage to a favorite vampire incarnation, the bat.

Kirk Douglas has never played a more heroic character than the rebellious Spartacus, a historical figure who led his fellow slaves in a dramatic revolt against the Roman Empire. The film is a bold effort, helmed by a young Stanley Kubrick and costarring legendary actors like Laurence Olivier, Charles Laughton, Jean Simmons, and an Oscar-winning Peter Ustinov – an incredible cast that gives the movie a layer of polish, matching well with this deliciously rich Argentine blend of Cabernet and Malbec.

Highway 253 derives its name from the picturesque road winding through Northern California vineyards. Ridley Scott’s iconic road movie about two friends who find themselves on the wrong side of the law isn’t exactly a calm Sunday drive, but it is a truly memorable film that is enhanced by the remarkable performances of Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon in their respective, namesake roles. This Gewürztraminer makes for another unforgettable pairing as its vibrant flavors play nicely with the film’s taut action and rich drama.

Considering the spotlight one last time, retired vaudevillians Willy Clark (Walter Matthau) and Al Lewis (George Burns) are persuaded to reunite for a television special after twenty years apart – despite now hating one another. This comedy classic earned Burns the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor at age 80, making him the oldest winner to receive the honor at the time. Written by Neil Simon and directed by Herbert Ross, its vibrant comedy pairs perfectly with this fresh and crisp Sauvignon Blanc.

This wine’s southern Italian Cabernet Sauvignon and Primitivo grapes had plenty of time in the sun, lending ripe fruit flavors to the bottle. The onscreen romance (and offscreen friendship) between stars Montgomery Clift and Elizabeth Taylor is similarly ripe, with director George Stevens guiding their passions all the way to a well-deserved Oscar win. Based on Theodore Dreiser’s novel An American Tragedy, and costarring a young Shelley Winters as a doomed factory worker, the movie has been highly acclaimed by audiences and critics since its release.

Rich and fulfilling, previous vintages of this hearty red have been multi-award winners. The deft skill behind this finely crafted wine matches well with Martin Scorsese’s break-out film featuring career-making performances by Robert De Niro and Harvey Keitel.

This Sauvignon Blanc is hardly as “loco” as its name suggests. It may be fun and flavorful, but it is also elegant and polished – much like The Shop Around the Corner. This evergreen romantic comedy is quintessential Ernst Lubitsch. Sophisticated, witty, and charming, it reflects all the best elements of “The Lubitsch Touch.” Filled with great performances, it stars James Stewart and Margaret Sullavan.

A big red calls for a rich, engrossing story. This hearty slice of film noir fits the bill, with John Garfield in one of his most memorable roles: Joe Morse, an attorney caught between family loyalty and his racketeer boss. Directed by Abraham Polonsky, this revered crime film also stars Beatrice Pearson and Thomas Gomez and has become a favorite of the genre.

Like Bosman, this epic film celebrates the vitality of man and nature. Lieutenant John Dunbar (Kevin Costner) finds a new sense of purpose through his interactions with a Sioux tribe while stationed at a remote military outpost. In addition to winning numerous accolades, including Academy Awards for Best Picture and Director (also Costner), the film’s box office success and cultural impact breathed new life into the Western genre.

Fun to drink, this unique blend of four grape varieties calls for a lively movie. What better match than a classic Doris Day-Rock Hudson comedy? The second of three such pairings portrays the wacky exploits of two rival ad execs who are destined for one another. Directed by Delbert Mann, it also stars Tony Randall and Edie Adams and earned an Academy Award nomination for its screenplay.

For a balanced, clean, “friendly” wine like this Pinot Noir, you can’t go wrong with the expertly crafted Alan Ladd Western, Shane. It’s a story painted in broad strokes, with the reformed gunslinger (Ladd) acting as a mentor and role model to the young Brandon deWilde, whose family home is threatened by a land-grubbing cattle baron. It’s not a spoiler to say that the good guy prevails in the end – but it’s nonetheless a heartbreaker.

A beefy wine calls for an equally robust movie. The Wild Bunch was director Sam Peckinpah’s ode to the Wild West in its final days. Starring William Holden and Ernest Borgnine, the movie, like the wine, pulls no punches. It is noted for helping to shift the genre from that of chivalrous heroes to a more layered approach.

This “super” blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon hails from the birthplace of the Renaissance. In Carol Reed’s lavish biopic, Charlton Heston stars as the Tuscan-born Michelangelo who comes into conflict with Pope Julius II (Rex Harrison) as he struggles to paint the iconic ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. It’s a perfect artistic match for such a finely crafted red wine.

A crisp Pinot Grigio perfectly counterbalances this popular melodrama, drenched in longing, grief, and passion. The film is directed by Douglas Sirk, known for mixing passionate love affairs with dramatic twists of fate. It stars Rock Hudson as a playboy who dedicates his life to medicine in order to find redemption with a blind widow (Jane Wyman). Pour a glass and prepare to be stirred.

The original film in a franchise that continues to fascinate audiences, this Charlton Heston-led science fiction classic about a crew of astronauts who crash land on an ape-dominated planet still packs a punch today. The movie was loosely adapted from the 1963 novel by French writer Pierre Boulle, who also authored The Bridge over the River Kwai (published in 1952) and used his wartime experience as a Japanese POW to inform both works. Regardless of its background, the film is as pleasing as this zesty white wine is flavorful.