Our wine experts Sara, Jose and Pamela pick the perfect wines for your summer adventures: crisp whites, chillable reds and refreshing rosés for the beach, the trail and the grill.
Gear up and get outside with us. Escaping for a camping trip? Hitting a new trail? Prepping for a neighborhood barbecue? Setting off for the beach, or just heading out for a relaxing day at the pool? Whatever it is, let our experts guide you.
Sun-drenched days call for crisp whites and lively, vibrant reds to help beat the summer heat. To cool down, gravitate toward light to medium-bodied reds with elevated acidity and softer tannins. Chilling them slightly enhances the refreshing quality the acidity provides. For rosés and whites, you can never go wrong with lighter, unoaked styles that are thirst-quenching with every sip under the sun.
As the temperature rises, so does the opportunity for outdoor activities. Just as certain wines bring out the best in a dish, they can also bring out the best in summer experiences. Take a walk on the wild side: pairings don't always have to involve food, they can include pastimes, events and hobbies. Jose's picks this season have two things in common: fresh and super quaffable.
Pamela craves zesty, mineral-driven whites and vibrant, chill-worthy reds to beat the heat. Coastal whites with sea-spray notes are perfect for beach days, and there's nothing like a versatile rosé or brambly, bold reds for grilling nights. Bonus points for screw caps: easy-breezy picnic and camping fun without a corkscrew.
