Poolside Partners: Wines to bring to your next pool party

Heyy Winers! As it gets closer and closer to summer weather, the wine recommendations get better and better. Join me as I break down some wines that make the perfect poolside partner. 

Moscato:

This one likely comes as no surprise. The sweetness of Moscato makes it a wine that everyone can enjoy casually on a sunny day. Want to sweeten up your mimosa? Try making it with sparkling Moscato!

Top Picks:

Foris Moscato- Rogue Valley, Oregon

Gemma Di Luna Sparkling Moscato - Piedmont, Italy

Risata Moscato d'Asti - Piedmont, Italy

Pinot Grigio/Pinot Gris:

For the folks who like something drier to accompany their water filled activities, Pinot Grigio/Pinot Gris is your go to for a nice zesty poolside wine.

Top Picks:

Ca Del Sarto Pinot Grigio - Friuli, Italy

Lunaria Pinot Grigio - Abruzzo, Italy

O.P.P (other people's pinot) Pinot Gris - Willamette Valley, Oregon

Grenache Blanc:

Possibly a little less well known to you is Grenache Blanc. Similarly to Pinot Blanc [a mutation of pinot noir], it is a mutation of Grenache which grows with a white skin instead of red/purple. This means Grenache Blanc tends to be noticeably less acidic than other whites making it a perfect easy drinking wine for daytime. 

Top Picks:

Klinker Brick Grenache Blanc - Lodi, California

Cava Rose':

Known for its sparkling wines first engineered by Josep Ravantos centuries ago, Cava is the perfect crossroads between prosecco (made in Italy) and Champagne (made in France). Commonly based on Grenache, Monastrell and/or Pinot Noir, Cava rose' is the perfect pink pick me up for a day lounging in the sun.

Top Picks:

Ravantos 'De Nit' Cava Rose - Cava, Spain