Our Special Barbecue Wine Selection

Published on June 16, 2025 in Lifestyle

Summer Grilling Moments

As the days grow longer and the sun slowly sets, simple moments take on a special flavor. Vine shoots crackle, laughter rings out, dishes are shared, and glasses are raised. It’s in this spirit of conviviality and enjoyment that we present our special barbecue selection: 5 California wines from our portfolio, thoughtfully chosen to accompany those timeless moments with friends or family.

Ripe fruit, freshness, structure, or indulgence — each bottle has been selected to complement the flavors of your grilled dishes and the magic of long summer evenings.

Our Special Barbecue wine Selection

A modern take on a timeless classic

Cabernet Sauvignon – Rebel Ridge

Why we love it: approachable yet complex, it hits the sweet spot between tradition and easy drinking.
Style: balanced, dark-fruited, smooth tannins.
Perfect with: grilled burgers, blue cheese, Sunday roast.
Decant up to one hour before pouring.

Classic Napa, Pure and Powerful

amendment – beau vigne

Why we love it: a bold yet beautifully balanced Napa red that delivers richness, depth, and precision.
Style: classically structured red blend with rich fruit, refined tannins, and layered complexity.
Perfect with: grilled ribeye with herb butter, duck breast with cherry reduction, aged cheddar or blue cheese.
Decant for 30–45 minutes.

A bold red with wild charm

zinfandel – Ancient peaks

Why we love it: this Paso Robles Zinfandel delivers power with polish. A textbook Zin that’s both rustic and irresistible.
Style: rich, spicy, fruit-forward.
Perfect with: rustic sausage flatbread, lamb chops with rosemary, barbacoa tacos and turkey with cranberry sauce.
Let it breathe 15–30 minutes before serving.

Elegance in pink

riva ranch rosé – wente vineyards

Why we love it: perfectly dry, beautifully aromatic — a refined Rosé that brings sunshine to any setting, rooted in decades of Pinot Noir expertise from the Wente family.
Style: crisp and vibrant, with juicy notes of strawberry and nectarine, a soft, creamy mid-palate, and a refreshing, mineral finish.
Perfect with: bruschetta, lemony herb pasta, roasted turkey.
Served well-chill.

Back to classic California style

Chardonnay – harken

Why we love it: bold and creamy, this Chardonnay brings a nostalgic, barrel-fermented richness that fans of the old-school Cali style will adore.
Style: think baked apple, buttered toast, and a hint of vanilla with a full-bodied, oaky and lush.
Perfect with: roast chicken, creamy pasta, popcorn on movie night.
Best served chilled.