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Express Yourself with Wine: Valentine’s Day Selections

13 Saturday Feb 2016

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Cava, Champagne, holiday, red blend, Riesling, rosé, Valentine's Day

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There’s a lot of pressure to give the right gift on Valentine’s Day, isn’t there?  It can’t be too cheap, can’t be too expensive, it should be a token of your affection – but not too affectionate! Where do you even begin?

If you’ve been smart enough to fall in love with someone who enjoys a good glass of wine, you can relax. At Total Wine & More, we’ve set aside a collection of wines that are perfect for Valentine’s Day – this Sunday.

Whether you want a fun bottle that simply says, “Hey, I think you’re kind of cute,” something delicious to accompany a romantic dinner or a bottle of bubbly to celebrate how lucky you are in love, we have it ready for you. What do you want to tell your Valentine?

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Skip the roses and reach for rosé instead.

I’m sweet on you. Pick a bottle of red wine that’s slightly sweet, easy to sip with flirty conversation and a box of chocolates, but substantial enough to enjoy with a good meal. Wink Risqué Red, from California, is a fun and fruity wine that offers a wink and a smile to your Valentine.

You are luscious! Sharing a yummy dessert with your Valentine? Pour yourselves glasses of Paradise Peak Sweet Riesling. This Washington wine, with decadent aromas of apricot and peach, balances rich flavors with a crisp finish. Try it with a fruit tart or cream-filled pastries.

You deserve a bouquet of rosés.  Chill a refreshing, dry rosé from the South of France and serve with tasty snacks – olives, nuts, mild cheeses – that complement its Mediterranean style. Share the berry-scented Chateau La Tour Sainte Anne with a Valentine who appreciates an elegant wine.

I love you, and I made you dinner. You clearly have things under control! Now you just need a bottle of delicious Anakena Red Blend, from Chile’s Central Valley. Its jammy berry flavors will make a great pairing with a cozy spaghetti or steak dinner.

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You’ve got that special sparkle. Rondel Gold Brut Cava, a highly rated bottling of Spain’s classic sparkling wine, is perfect to pop open when you feel like celebrating. In its shimmering, golden wrapper, it’s fun to share with someone who loves a touch of glamour.

Stop by any Total Wine & More stores this weekend, and we’ll help you find the perfect selection for the holiday. You can also shop online at www.TotalWine.com.

Last-minute wines for the Thanksgiving win

24 Tuesday Nov 2015

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chardonnay, Last Minute, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Thanksgiving, wines

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Between handling airport pick-ups and stocking up on essentials from cranberry sauce to ingredients for your great aunt’s famous stuffing, it’s tough to find time for wine. That’s why we’ve put together a list of last-minute favorites that will pair beautifully with your Thanksgiving dinner and impress even the most discerning in-law.

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Photo credit: Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler

The Mosel is home to some of Germany’s very best Rieslings, and Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler Riesling QbA is no exception. Riesling and Thanksgiving are well-matched, since the wine’s lightness, acidity and fruitiness make it a perfect companion to sweet dishes like candied yams as well as rich sides like stuffing. Boasting an 88-point rating from Wine Spectator, Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler Riesling QbA offers great flavors of peach and ripe apple. Hints of cream and honey give this wine a delightful finish that will pair perfectly with your first, second and third helpings of turkey.

There are many reasons to love Pinot Noir. But one of its signature strengths plays a critical role during the holidays: It’s hard to find a food it doesn’t complement. This year, we’re toasting with Pinot Noir that hails from one of America’s hottest wine-making regions, Willamette Valley, Oregon. Kudos Pinot Noir Yamhill-Carlton District, Willamette Valley, is a perfect wine to give thanks with on name alone. It also happens to be a wonderfully flavorful wine with notes of black cherry and raspberry accented by aromas of white pepper, spice and rose.

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And last, but certainly not least: Muirwood Chardonnay Reserve Zanetta Cuvee, a wine that often makes our recommendation list, given its incredible value and delightfully expressive qualities. Produced from two vineyards in California’s famed Monterey County, it possesses flavors of pear and peach with a finish of vanilla and spice that lingers on the palate. The ripe fruit flavors of the wine counterbalance the richness of many Thanksgiving dishes, as well as the savory, earthy flavors of turkey.

Between last-minute grocery store trips and wondering again why you decided to host Thanksgiving, stop by Total Wine & More, and we’ll be ready with the most essential ingredient when it comes to celebrating the holidays.

You can also shop our Thanksgiving selections online by clicking here.

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