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Match an award-winning wine with an award-winning film, as dark and richly crafted as the finest of Bordeaux reds. Director Elia Kazan directed three actors to Oscars in this Tennessee Williams adaptation—only the youthful Marlon Brando was passed over for his breakthrough work as the troubled and menacing Stanley Kowalski. Savor the complex flavors in your glass as the steamy streets of 1950s New Orleans come alive onscreen.

The rugged landscape of southern France lends itself to this wine’s concentrated notes of wild herbs and citrus just as it did to painter Vincent Van Gogh’s richly concentrated colors. Watch Kirk Douglas’s layered performance as Van Gogh in Lust for Life and enjoy the shared brilliance of director Vincente Minnelli’s lush palette and this white blend’s satisfying finish.

Starring the ever-popular John Wayne and filmed in Utah’s Monument Valley, The Searchers epitomizes the Western and remains one of the most respected films of all time in any genre. Though uncommonly soulful, it tells a compelling rescue story with some of Hollywood’s most thrilling screen moments. Shot in gorgeous VistaVision, it’s also the perfect sidekick to this complex red from the rugged terrain of the Mendoza region.

Be seduced by this spicy Tempranillo while swashbuckling Errol Flynn falls for Viveca Lindfors’ Spanish Queen in Adventures of Don Juan. The film’s legendary hero originated in the south of Spain and makes the perfect suitor for this charming and toasty Valencia red. Don Juan’s climactic sword fight with the Duke de Lorca (Robert Douglas) pairs superbly with such a dynamic vintage.

Join Katharine Hepburn in Venice, that most enchanting of Italian cities and the home of this Pinot Grigio classic. David Lean’s Summertime is the ultimate getaway film, the story of a single woman who takes the trip of her dreams and finds the love of a handsome Italian suitor. Enjoy all the drama, laughs and romance with a glass of this refreshing and expressive white wine.

Taking the name of this wine as delicious inspiration, join the crew of Cruiser C-57D to a distant planet in MGM’s landmark science fiction film. A scientist, Dr. Morbius (played by Walter Pidgeon), and his daughter are all that’s left of a previous mission from eart —along with their witty robot servant Robby—and Leslie Nielsen’s Commander Adams arrives to discover the planet’s dark secrets.

Few movies capture the spirit of their times as well as this late disco-era classic. The iconic fashion, music and youthful swagger are all there in this Brooklyn-set story of a directionless working class kid (John Travolta) who lets loose on the dance floor. Director John Badham’s hugely entertaining movie became a worldwide phenomenon, launching both Travolta’s career and a landmark soundtrack album. Enjoy it with a glass of this exciting Cabernet Sauvignon, a combo that’s sure to get you moving.

One will not be disappointed in pairing this vibrant Pinot Gris with an equally spirited comedy form the Marx Brothers. In an adaptation of their Broadway play, the plot revolves around a house party and an art heist, but like all the brothers’ films, the story plays second fiddle to the comedy. Directed by Mack Sennett veteran Victor Heerman, the three icons—Groucho, Harpo and Chico—are joined onscreen by brother Zeppo.

One of the most celebrated films of the French New Wave is this poetic look at WWI-era France. Francois Truffaut directs the story of a love triangle between Bohemians Jules (Oskar Werner), Jim (Henri Serre) and Catherine (Jeanne Moreau) before, during and after the Great War. Beloved by critics and film buffs, its influence is still felt in films today and it’s a lovely match for this aptly named Pinot Noir.

This Chenin Blanc’s tentacled label begs to be paired with author Jules Verne’s classic adventure-at-sea. Brought to the screen several times, the most beloved version comes from Walt Disney and stars Kirk Douglas, Paul Lukas and Peter Lorre, with James Mason as the iconic Captain Nemo. An eminently enjoyable family film, it was also a technological tour-de-force, winning Academy Awards for its special effects and art direction.

Harold Lloyd was a master comedian whose films are rightly regarded as classics not just of the silent era but across all generations of cinema. Speedy is the tale of a young man trying to save his girlfriend’s family business, and it’s packed from beginning to end with raucous gags and comedic hijinks. It also takes audiences on an incredible tour of New York City in the late 1920s, including a stop at Coney Island and cameos by Yankees Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig.

Winner of the Grand Jury Prize at the Cannes Film Festival and the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film, this charming Italian drama tells the story of a boy and his mentor: the projectionist at his local theater. The relationship instills a lifelong love of cinema, which leads to his becoming a renowned film director. La Chiamata translates to “the calling,” much like the one in the film. The expressive Italian red pairs well with this poignant Italian counterpart.

D.H. Lawrence’s famous novel about a British mining family is adapted to the screen by celebrated cinematographer Jack Cardiff in his directorial debut, for which he would gain an Oscar nomination. Cardiff handed over filming duties here to fellow Brit Freddie Francis, who shot this captivating drama in gorgeous CinemaScope and, in fact, took home the Academy Award for his work. Savor the dramatic complexities of the film with the velvety tannins and subtle spice notes of this delightful Spanish Cabernet.

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.

By the late 1930s, Preston Sturges had established himself as a writer of remarkable wit and sophistication. In this first directorial effort, he charts the unlikely rise and fall of a corrupt New York Governor (Brian Donlevy), an example of the comedic American social commentary for which Sturges became so well known. It’s a broadly entertaining film, as pleasing as the succulent flavors and fruit-forward aromas of this smooth Chardonnay.

This wine’s inviting floral aromas and intriguing minerality work nicely with the beautiful Gene Tierney as the central focus of Otto Preminger’s essential film noir. Adapted from Vera Caspary’s suspense novel of the same name, the film opens with the murder of the title character, who seems to have cast a spell over everyone she met—and even a few she hadn’t, like the no-nonsense detective played by Dana Andrews. Just as entrancing is composer David Raskin’s haunting main theme, one of the most beloved pieces of movie music in history.

This refreshing Sauvignon Blanc will pair beautifully with Ernst Lubitsch’s romantic comedy classic. Starring Jimmy Stewart and Margaret Sullavan as feuding coworkers and unwitting pen pals, it tells a timeless story that has been remade several times by Hollywood. Fittingly, the lovers’ secret is revealed through the use of a red carnation—a nice parallel to the floral art of Ernest Clayton, this delicious wine’s namesake.

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.

King Vidor’s silent epic was one of the first major Hollywood films to depict modern warfare from a G.I.’s perspective. Audiences embraced its realism and made it one of the highest-grossing of all silent movies. Produced by the newly formed M-G-M studio, it tells the story of three friends (played by John Gilbert, Tom O’Brien and Karl Dane) who leave home and experience the horrors of war.

Savor one of Hitchcock’s most iconic and entertaining mysteries, featuring the unforgettable pairing of James Stewart and Grace Kelly. Stewart plays a photographer who uncovers a neighborhood murder (or does he?) while trapped at home with a broken leg. Nominated for four Academy Awards including Best Director, this remains one of Hitchcock’s most beloved films.

This red blend hails from the home of legendary adventurer Don Quixote, a literary figure who has a troubled cinematic history. Many have tried but few have succeeded in bringing the Miguel De Cervantes story to the big screen (including both Walt Disney and Orson Welles). This fun adaptation of the Broadway musical stars Peter O’Toole, Sophia Loren and James Coco and may be the most successful version to date.

The name of this gorgeous, silky red translates to “the vixen with black paws”— which calls for a movie of equal eloquence. Directed by Norman Jewison, this landmark heist film is a stylistic tour-de-force, making for a smooth cinematic treat. Not to be overlooked are its stars, vixen Faye Dunaway and sly fox Steve McQueen, who make quite a cool pair.

Robert Montgomery stars as Joe Pendleton, a boxer who is mistakenly claimed by heaven before his time is up. Claude Raines stars alongside him as Mr. Jordan, his celestial guardian, who tries to right the situation by finding another body that Joe can inhabit. An instant classic that won two Academy Awards (Best Screenplay and Best Original Story), it was later remade into another classic, Heaven Can Wait (1978). Both the movie and wine are light and fun. This fresh, elegant Albariño provides a little extra zing for this must-see comedy.

What better to pair with a fresh and bright white than this heartwarming seasonal favorite? Directed by Vincent Minnelli, it stars Judy Garland, Margaret O’Brien and Mary Astor and tells the story of the Smith family in turn-of-the-century St. Louis. A classic since its release, it contributed several standards to the American songbook including “The Trolley Song” and “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas.”