Sip Outside: The Best Wines for Summer
Summer means one thing: you're finally outside. Whether you're firing up the grill, crowding around a cooler, or just claiming the best spot on the patio, you need a bottle (or six) that can keep up. Here are our picks for the wines that belong on your patio – from the first rosé of the season to the red that was practically made for a ribeye.
Rosé: The Official Drink of Patio Season
If there's one wine that owns summer, it's rosé. Crisp, food-friendly, and endlessly easy to pour, it hits different when the sun's out. The good news: rosé season is officially open. Pair it with charcuterie, smoked salmon, or just a good view.
Sauvignon Blanc: Crisp and Ready for the Grill
Not every cookout dish calls for red. Fish tacos, grilled corn, shrimp skewers, a big bowl of pasta salad – these are white wine territory, and Sauvignon Blanc is the move. This is the kind of wine that tastes like a sea breeze feels.
Cabernet Sauvignon: Bold Enough for the Grill
Yes, you can (and should!) drink red wine at a cookout. The key is pairing the right bottle with what you're cooking. Grilled steak, burgers, brats? Reach for a Cabernet – it was pretty much made for this moment
The Grill Pack: Ready-Made for the Weekend
Don't want to build your own lineup? We did it for you. The For the Thrill of the Grill Trio covers all the bases – a bold California Cabernet, a cherry-forward Italian Super Tuscan, and a sophisticated French blend. One order, one box, one very good weekend.
Quick Cheat Sheet: Wines For What Your Grilling
Whatever you're doing this weekend – cookout, beach day, or just enjoying a long Monday in the backyard – there's a bottle here with your name on it. Don't forget: orders of 6+ bottles ship free.