10 Provocatively-Named Wines for Valentine’s Day

Drink-Chilean-Red-WineFor those looking for wine suggestions for Valentine’s Day, I want to share my latest Jersey Bites compilation of 10 Provocatively-Named Wines for Valentine’s Day.

Whether you’re staying home to enjoy a home-made dinner or going out to a restaurant that allows you to bring wine, I hope you try one of these ten wines and leave me a comment about them.

Cheers,

Veronique

10 Valentine’s Day Sparkling Wines Under $50

10 Valentine’s Day Sparkling Wines Under $50

specials-valentines4Valentine’s Day is this week, yes guys and gals, and for those looking for an intimate night in, that might mean rushing to the wine store for some bubbly. Here are 10 affordable sparkling wines to toast the year’s most romantic night with.

La Marca Di Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco (Trevisio, Italy) – light, crisp and offers a pleasant dry finish that’s citrusy and fresh ($12).

Pierre Sparr Crémant D’Alsace Brut Rosé (Alsace, France) – features rich strawberries-and-cream with a hint of citrus flavors ($15).

Roederer Estate Anderson Valley Brut (Anderson Valley, California) – rich and slightly oaky sparkling wine with light Asian apple aromas but with bolder flavors of ripe, juicy pear and nutty notes. Great clean, crisp finish ($22).

Schramsberg Mirabelle Brut Rosé (Napa Valley, California) – pale pink in the glass with a light strawberry aroma, juicy fruit flavors and a slightly spicy finish ($25).

Nicolas Feuillatte Brut NV (Reims, France) – very clean, light-to-medium style ($25).

2012 Heart and Hands Wine Company Brut Rosé (Finger Lakes, NY) – this dry sparkling Pinot Noir offers wild strawberry and citrusy notes with creamy bubbles ($27).

Heidsieck & Co Monopole Blue Top Champagne Brut (Epernay, France) – creamy, mousse-like with tiny bubbles that coat the mouth and provide a dry, long finish ($40).

Bollinger Special Cuvée (Champagne, France) – creamy, rich, well-balanced, with citrus, toasted almonds and rich pear flavors ($40).

Domaine Carneros Cuvée de la Pompadour NV (Napa Valley, CA) – wine by French Champagne house Taittinger, this rosé offers ripe strawberry flavor with a nice level of acidity ($42).

Perrier-Jouët Grand Brut (Epernay, France) – understated elegance and subtle flavors ($45).

Cheers,

Veronique

Easy and Elegant 4-Course Valentine’s Day Dinner

Easy and Elegant 4-Course Valentine’s Day Dinner

Need some inspiration for a romantic meal this Valentine’s Day (or any old day)?  Here are four, simple-to-make dishes along with wine pairings that are sure to show your loved one(s) how much you care.

BONUS – breakfast:  Strawberry and Nutella-Stuffed Crepes

Whichever dish you decide to prepare for your loved one(s) this Valentine’s Day, I hope your meal is paired with love.

Cheers,

Veronique