Wine and chocolate are at the top of many of our “favorites” lists, and for good reason. Not only are they both enjoyable on their own, but together they can create a unique pairing experience. With Valentine’s Day around the corner, we asked our in-house wine experts for six wine recommendations to enjoy this Valentine’s Day. Check out the full list below!
Guinigi Prosecco Rosé D.O.C
Province of Treviso (Veneto) & Fruili Venezia Guilia, Italy
Bright and delicate, this Italian rosé shines with a soft hue of pink mother of pearl among lasting and fine bubbles. Aromas are driven by fruit, with notes of apple, white peach, citrus and wild strawberries balanced against floral notes of peach blossoms. The mouthfeel is refreshing with a high level of acidity cleansing the palate between each new sip.
Gateway Vinho Verde Rosé
Selected vineyards within the Amarante sub-region, higher altitude than in the other parts of the Vinho Verde
This is a blend of 80% Espadeiro and 20% Touriga Nacional. Most lower-end Vinho Verdes on the market are non-vintage, this is a great quality vintage Vinho Verde Rosé that guarantees the youth and freshness of the wine, which is paramount for Vinho Verde. Touriga Nacional is one of Portugal’s most famous grape, especially used to make Port but also red wine. Espadeiro is a typical varietal found in the Minho region of Portugal and it is traditionally used to make Vinho Verde, it is also grown across the border in the Spanish region of Galicia where light table wines are produced from it.
Archer Roose Rosé
Provence, France
Dry and fruit-forward, with notes of strawberry, raspberry, and apricot compote. Our rosé wine is sustainably sourced from the heart of Provence so you can truly live “La Vie en rose.” This lush blend of grenache noir (65%), syrah (24%), carignan (8%), and grenache blanc (3%) grapes is delectable and fruity.
Nola Grace Dry Rosé
California
Rubus Brut Rosé
France
The Rubus Project was created by Fran Kysela as a way to source & sell incredible wines at value prices. All wines in this international project are hand-selected by Fran Kysela. Rubus wines are fruit driven, true-to-type values that over deliver – a true representation of quality for the consumer at an excellent price.
Stunning salmon-pink hues. The nose is intense and fine, dominated by notes of red berries. On the palate, the combination of fine bubbles and delicate aromas produces a delightfully light and silky rosé.
Moselland Pink Cat Riesling
Rheinhessen, Germany
The wine is full flavored with pear and citrus aromas. Stimulating on the palate, as well as fresh and fruity. It has a nice sweetness balanced with the typical crisp Riesling acidity. It ideally pairs with lighter or spicy cuisine or simply on its own.