WINE SELECTIONS for Valentines to Enjoy-Love at First Sip

We've made selecting wine easy for you. Whether you're opening a bottle with your Galentines, purchasing one for yourself, toasting your significant other, dining out, or gifting a bottle to a family member, here are our suggestions of Valentine's Day wines. These selections are budget friendly, pair well with a wide variety of foods, and will please both novice and seasoned wine drinkers.

Cherish the people you love and make Valentine's Day a wine-worthy holiday. Our choices include white, red, rosé, and sparkling. We've done some label shopping too, so the bottles look great and help you to spread the love.

-Cremant d'Alsace Rosé (NV) by Gustave Lorentz -This ever-pleasing rosé wine is made form 100% Pinot Noir. Serve it chilled as you receive guests or enjoy it with a seafood dish like shrimp scampi or broiled salmon. You can top off a meal with a glass of this beautiful rosé as an aperitif. SRP: $29.99

-Chateau de Saint-Amour 2016 (Saint Amour) by Chateau de Saint-Amour - This French wine is made with 100% Gamay Grapes. Its vivid garnet color is very attractive, ideal for Valentine's Day. This well-structured wine has a long finish and pairs wonderfully with a steak dinner and all the trimmings. SRP: $21.99

-Two Angels Sauvignon Blanc 2017 by Two Angels - This crisp, refreshing white wine is made from 100% Sauvignon Blanc and should be served slightly chilled. It is a very food-friendly wine that works well with raw bar items like oysters and slightly spicy foods. It is a welcome wine at any tapas meal. SRP: $16.99

-Two Angels Petite Sirah 2016 by Two Angels - This elegant, well-balanced wine comes from the Red Hill of Lake County, California. It is made from 100% Petite Sirah. The wine complements hard cheeses like an aged Gouda or Asiago. It pairs especially well with hearty dishes, like beef stew or roasted chicken and vegetables. SRP: $26.99

-Georges Duboeuf Pinot Noir 2017 by Les Vins Georges DuBoeuf- This versatile wine is made from 100% Pinot Noir and it can be served around the clock. We like it with brunch specialties, to accompany a charcuterie platter, or sip it while enjoying a fresh fruit salad. SRP: $11.99

-Tom of Finland OUTstanding Red 2016 by Tom of Finland Wines - The wine is made from a blend of California 47% Petite Sirah, 26% Zinfandel, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Merlot. This OUTstanding, smooth wine pairs well with red meat dishes and pastas. Serve it with craft burgers or have it at your next spaghetti dinner. SRP: $24.99

-Obsession Red 2016 by Ironstone Vineyards - From the Sierra Foothills and Lodi, California comes a wine that will be your new obsession. It is a blend of 60% Merlot, 30% Zinfandel and 10% Petite Sirah. Bold and aromatic, this red wine pairs wonderfully with BBQ and comfort food dishes. Or serve it with a savory mushroom flatbread. SRP: $14.99

-Obsession Symphony 2016 by Ironstone Vineyards - The Californian wine is a blend of 85% Symphony (a hybrid grape of Muscat of Alexandria & Grenache Gris), 10% Orange Muscat, and 5% Chenin Blanc. This crisp wine partners perfectly with a variety of food from spicy vegan dishes to Mexican meals and Asian cuisine. We especially like it one of our favorite Indian entrees, Chicken Vindaloo. SRP: $11.99

-New Age Rosé (NV) by Velentin Bianchi S.A. - This Argentinian wine is made from 50% Malbec and 50% Merlot. The deep red, purplish color is very attractive. Serve it well chilled. Sip it as an aperitif in front of the fire or enjoy it with your Valentine's Day chocolates. Use New Age Rosé and your favorite fruits to make some festive Sangria. SRP: $12.99

Connosieurs, food lovers, and holiday revelers agree. Wine is for the most wonderful people in your life. Raise a glass to your Valentines and enjoy!

For more information on these fine wines and many more, visit their exclusive marketer, Quintessential Wines headquartered in Napa. Visit: http://www.quintessentialwines.com/.

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