Bottles and Bites

How are you celebrating Thanksgiving this year? Thanksgiving is going to look a lot different this year for many of us, as most of our cherished traditions-- gathering in groups, sharing communal meals, and embracing family & friends you haven't seen in a while -- are off-limits due to the pandemic. Even though we may not be able to celebrate like we're used to, there are still ways to make the holiday feel special. Host a virtual Thanksgiving Share recipes ahead of time and cook together over Facetime or Zoom. Even though we can't be in the same room, we can still feel...

Chillable Reds are perfect for late summer and early fall. They have the same refreshing thirst-quenching qualities of rosé, but with a bit more complexity and substance. The perfect accompaniment to anything charred on the grill and a staff favorite for pizza night, chillable reds are fun, casual, and made to be enjoyed today. You may normally think of red wine as intense, aged, and rich, but “chillable” reds aim for the opposite criteria: Low tannins Juicy & fruit-forward Refreshing acidity Light- or medium-bodied Little to no oak Low ABV Chilled red wine should be served around 50–60˚F, but you don’t...

If you’re looking to change up your bubbly routine, Pét-Nat is a great place to start. Short for pétillant naturel, or "naturally sparkling," Pet-Nat is the natural, authentic, untamed version of sparkling wine. It's Champagne in flip flops.  Crafted from white and red grapes alike, Pét-Nat is made in the “methode ancestral.” The winemaker takes a wine that's still-fermenting and they bottle it before its finished, allowing the wine to complete fermentation in the bottle. The result? Easy-drinking, slightly fizzy wines that are generally low in alcohol—perfect for casual sipping. How do you know if a wine is Pét-Nat? A crown-style cap is often a good indicator. You can also look for the words "pétillant natural,"...

Canned wines and cocktails are becoming more than just a passing fad as the quality and selection of these drinks grow. Cans are lighter and easier to transport than bottles, they stay cooler longer, and you don't need a corkscrew to open them -- making them the perfect option for outdoor summer drinking, by the pool, at the beach, or on your porch. They’re also a great option for socially distanced summer get-togethers if you’re worried about sharing bottles. Here are some of our top picks: West & Wilder These canned wines are as delicious as they are pretty. Each can is...