Summer is Wine Time-Sip and Pair
Summer is a time for picnics, beach days, gatherings by the pool, and evening soirees. Whether you want to pair your wine with favorite foods or just enjoy a relaxing sip, we have gathered a nice variety of accessible choices. Whatever your taste, style or budget is, we have you covered!
Savor these exquisite selections!
2023 In Avane Chardonnay by San Falice 2023 – This beautiful Tuscan wine has a complex and persistent citrus bouquet with the luscious scent of white flowers. On the palate, the balanced sensations of freshness combine with a pleasant softness. This is the ideal wine to serve with appetizers and light first courses such as white meats and sushi. The wine’s name, In Avane is from “Avenal” the Etruscan name of the area, encloses a trace of the ancient culture present in the territory of San Felice. In Avane represents the best expression of San Felice’s Chardonnay.
Website: Estate San Felice: wines, territory & history | San Felice | Borgo San Felice
2023 Bell’Aja Bolgheri Bianco by San Felice – This delightful white wine is made with primarily Vermentino grapes. The distinctive traits of this wine evoke notes of white fruit, jasmine flowers, and thyme. On the palate, it is fresh and harmonious, expressing an immediate pleasantness, characteristic of this territory. Bell’Aja Bianco is a wine that embodies the Mediterranean essence of the territory. It has a harmony of freshness with floral, fruity, and mineral notes. It will surely be one of your favorite sips.
Website: Estate San Felice: wines, territory & history | San Felice | Borgo San Felice
2023 AVIVO Rosé – With a beautiful, crisp color in the glass this wine delivers a refreshing, sophisticated experience that leaves you wanting more. Its combination of complexity, sincerity, and fun creates a welcoming atmosphere and transforms any gathering into an unforgettable adventure. We like that this wine is not only great for this season but is enjoyed by wine drinkers year-round!
Website: AVIVO Wines
2023 J. Lohr Estates Falcon Perch Pinot Noir – This wine showcases the spicy strawberry character that is a hallmark of Pinot Noir from Monterey. It has bright berry and watermelon notes that meld with clove and sagebrush on the nose. Delicate tannins on the mid-palate are complimented by dried cherry, black tea, and umami flavors on the finish. It is an incredibly versatile wine that you can easily pair with your favorite summer dishes.
Website: J. Lohr | Homepage
2024 Chevalier d’Anthelme – The grape varieties for this wonderful white blend include Granache blanc, Roussanne, Viognier, and Clairette. In the glass, it is a lovely clear golden wine. On the nose, it has the aromas of acacia flower, peach and tropical fruits. This well-balanced wine is welcome as an aperitif but it is also excellent with foods that include grilled fish and vegetables, meats, and soft cheeses such as goat cheese.
Website: Cellier des Chartreux
Quinta Nova 2022 – This red wine from Portugal is a highly concentrated blend of mostly Touriga Nacional, combined with centenary old vines. It is a wine with a truly elegant profile and features an intense structure with juicy tannins. The rich purple color reflects the nature of the Touriga Nacional variety. This well-priced, complex wine has a freshness that makes it welcome at your summer table.
Website: Wines – Quinta Nova
Verquiere Sablet is a beautiful blend of Grenache Blanc, Clairette, Bourboulenc, and Rousanne. This estate bottled organic wine from Cotes du Rhone has a brilliant hue with its light yellow color. It is pleasant on the nose white fruits and citrus fruits. On the palate, it is supple with a wonderful lingering freshness on the finish. This balanced, sophisticated wine can be nicely paired with your summer seafood and light pasta dishes.
Website: Domaine de Verquière at Sablet in the Rhône Valley
90+ Cellars Cotes de Provence Rosé – This bright, enticing wine from the heart of Provence is made from a blend of Cinsault and Grenache grapes. Provence Rosé is both refreshing and low-calorie. It has 100 calories and less than one gram of sugar for a five-ounce pour. The grapes are grown in a cool climate that is ideal for the varieties. On the nose, it boasts the fresh aromas of strawberries, white peaches, and blossoms. On the palate, it features the juicy flavors of raspberries and citrus. The wine finishes with a crisp, mouthwatering minerality, making it a perfect summer sip. Serve it with a relaxing weekend brunch or enjoy it with a charcuterie platter at your next gathering.
Website: Great Wine For All | 90+ Cellars
Enjoy fun and fruity choices!
ClapBack is a sassy, delicious fruit-flavored grape wine that is sweet and fun with a bold 18% ABV. It’s a summertime go-to for those craving flavor and value. Choices include Slept on Strawberry, Pushin’ Peach, @ Me Apple, Where’d My Mango, and Blue Rizzler along with upcoming seasonal drops like Pick Me Pineapple. The wines are available in 1L bottles and 375ML cans. Chill and refresh. These reasonable wines retail for a SRP of $11.99 each and are available at major retailers across the country.
Website: drinkclapback.com
Real Sangria – This great summery wine is fruity and light bodied. The sweetness from the natural peach flavor rounds out the high notes of the premium Spanish rosé. It is perfect on its own chilled for your party or serve it alongside your favorite meal. Beautifully bottled, it is a festive wine that is ready to drink and can also be used as a base for summer cocktails.
Website: Reál Sangria | Sangria imported from Spain
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