Roll out the red carpet for summer with these 3 wines
With the wonderfully warm weather and sunny days recently, it feels as though summer is already well under way. As picnics, outdoor gatherings, BBQs and campfires begin, don’t leave your wine purchases to the last minute. These three wines are the perfect bottles to have on hand (and in the fridge!) at the ready for any summer activity, so you can spend more time where it counts, soaking up the season!
Impress your friends with this show-stopping Sonoma Chardonnay. At this price, not only is it a fine choice for a special occasion, but it can make the occasion special all on its’ own. Invite your nearest and dearest over to share this bottle with a cheese board or BBQ, because yes, it does pair well with steak!
Kistler Les Noisetiers Chardonnay 2022, $139.95
Kistler is a winery that was established in 1978 at high-altitudes of the Sonoma Coast A.V.A., California. The Kistler Les Noisetiers is a full-bodied Chardonnay that opens with fresh aromas of gardenia and buttercream. The unfined and unfiltered winemaking technique lends to a rich and creamy texture amongst toasty kernel and baked apple notes and a peppery, oak spice on the finish.
If you haven’t had a chance to dive into the world of Portuguese wines than opening a Vinho Verde on your patio this summer is an absolute must! These budget friendly wines from Northern Portugal typically have a fun-loving character with intense aromatics, zippy acidity, and sometimes an ever-so-slight effervescence. These crowd-pleasers will delight wine lovers from amateurs to novices alike, are extremely adaptable for food pairings, or easily enjoyed on its own.
Maria Papoila Loureiro/Alvarinho 2022, $17.95
An organically farmed, vegan wine made up of 70% Loureiro and 30% Alvarinho cultivated in the Vinho Verdo D.O.C. of Portugal. A typical flashy Vinho Verde on the nose as it bursts with honeysuckle and yellow plum aromas that are also mirrored on the palate. The 6.7g/l of sugar is entirely masked with bright, energetic acidity and mouthwatering apple and ripe pineapple flavours that carry impressive length on a crisp finish.
Sunshine and rosé go hand in hand and this bottle from the Rhone Valley makes an apt selection where backyard bevvies are required. If you can’t decide to take a red or a white, a medium-bodied such as this one acts as a versatile, food-friendly accompaniment. Sip it, share it, pair it. This bottle would partner well with a wide array of foods. Try it with porkchops, gourmet hot dogs, or summer salads.
Chateau Val-Joanis Rosé 2023, $19.95
This is a vegan-friendly rosé that’s comprised of Syrah, Grenache, and Rolle from Luberon AOC, Rhone Valley, France. Joyous and pretty aromatics of florals and candy necklaces exude from the glass. A full-bodied, complex rosé that displays delicate notes of ruby grapefruit and strawberry with a nip of white pepper. Refreshing, with nice texture and depth.