Take the stress out of wine shopping with these easy tips and a well-
rounded selection of red, white, and rosé.MIX IT UP
2017 Elouan
Oregon Rosé2016 Belle Glos Las
Alturas Pinot Noir2016 Quilt Napa
Valley Chardonnay2016 Quilt
Napa Valley Cabernet
SauvignonA true rosé fermented in
stainless-steel tanks, this fresh
and fruity wine has crowd-
pleasing notes of pear, tart
stone fruits, and citrus. Serve it
chilled with food or on its own
as an aperitif.FOOD PAIRING:
A versatile choice that
complements a wide range of
antipasti, salads, or grilled dishes.A single-vineyard wine from
Monterey County’s Saint Lucia
Highlands, each bottle is a
robust, full-fl avored experience
in California Pinot Noir with a
medley of dark berry fl avors,
ripe plums, and a hint of anise.FOOD PAIRING:
A complex selection for roasted
meats and earthy dishes like
grilled mushrooms.A product of California’s Los
Carneros AVA, this medium-
body Chardonnay has lovely
fl avors of buttered toast,
roasted almonds, and freshly
baked apple pie.FOOD PAIRING:
A multifaceted option for
cheese, poultry, seafood, and
seasonal vegetable dishes like
butternut squash ravioli.Showcasing an exceptional
year for Cabernet Sauvignon
in Napa Valley, this deep
ruby-colored wine has striking
aromas of dark chocolate,
blackberry jam, and hazelnut.FOOD PAIRING:
A classic pick for steak or a
charcuterie platter with cured
meats, dried fruit, and nuts.A wine bottle
typically pours
around fi ve glasses;
for a party, estimate
around three
glasses for eachguest—and always
buy a few extras.
As a basic rule
for glassware, red
wines are served
in large glassesto accommodate
swirling, while white
and rosé are better
in smaller bowled
ones to keep the
wine cool.ADVERTISEMENT
PLAN AHEAD
HOLIDAY HOSTING TIP