Summer & BBQ Wines 2024

May 16, 2024Andrea Palamarcukova

The Best Wines for Summer

Cool, fresh rosé and white wine or a full-bodied red wine for your BBQ?

Summer calls for refreshing wines that perfectly match the warm temperatures. Let's start with light and young white wines, which impress with their freshness and liveliness. These wines are ideal for social outdoor gatherings or a relaxed afternoon on the terrace. Their fruity aromas and pleasant acidity make them a true delight, especially when served well chilled.

Besides white wines, we shouldn't forget fruity rosés. With their vibrant color and aromas of berries, they are an excellent choice for summer moments. A glass of rosé on the terrace or at a picnic in the countryside adds a refreshing touch to the day.

Prefer something bubbly?

For those who like to toast with something sparkling, sparkling wines and MCCs are ideal. These bring a festive atmosphere and are perfect for special occasions or simply to celebrate summer.

Our Rosé and White Wine Recommendations

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HAUTE CABRIÈRE
Pinot Noir Rosé – 2022
CHF 10.90 instead of CHF 14.90

This wine offers a generous mouthfeel and a smooth finish. Experience an elegant, dry rosé with nuances of strawberries and rose petals. It pairs particularly well with sushi, seafood, and leafy salads like Caesar salad. A wine that appreciates the diversity of food.

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SCIONS OF SINAI
Chenin Blanc Graniesteen – 2022
CHF 24.90 instead of CHF 39.90

The low-yielding old bush vines have produced a magnificent, concentrated wine. The tight, compressed nose shows a pronounced minerality and leads to an intense palate with notes of pear, citrus fruits, and a hint of green apple. The structure is excellent and accompanied by a pleasant acidity. This wine pairs wonderfully with smoked char tartare with salted apple and bronze fennel.

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LOURENS FAMILY
Lindi Carien – 2021
CHF 19.90 instead of CHF 32.00

This wine presents expressive aromas of pear, peach, and citrus fruits, accompanied by floral scents and a hint of hay. On the palate, it convinces with clear fruitiness, well-integrated acidity, and a gently spicy finish that becomes interesting through a slightly phenolic grip. Its subtle and multi-layered nature makes it a fantastic companion for vegetarian Mediterranean dishes like artichokes or fennel in combination with tomatoes. It also pairs very well with a bourride and rouille sauce.

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STELLENRUST
Chenin Blanc – 2022
CHF 11.90 instead of CHF 15.90

This Chenin Blanc presents bold aromas of lime and a hint of tropical fruit on the nose, accompanied by a mineral taste of grape fruits and pear drops. This harmonizes perfectly with dishes like smoked chicken salad on a warm summer day or thinly sliced carpaccio on a bed of arugula, accompanied by a lemon-olive oil dressing and black pepper.

Red BBQ Wines

Now, when it comes to BBQs, a fine red wine should not be missing. The powerful aromas and structure of these wines harmonize excellently with grilled meat and add an extra dimension to your meal. A good red wine, correctly tempered, perfectly rounds off the BBQ experience.

With this selection of wines, you are well-equipped to enjoy summer to the fullest. Whether for a relaxed aperitif, a light outdoor lunch, or a festive BBQ, the right wines ensure unforgettable moments of pleasure during this warm season. Cheers!

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MOYA MEAKER
Pinot Noir – 2021
CHF 24.90 instead of CHF 35.00

The 2021 vintage presents a bouquet of pressed rose petals, red cherries, deep plums, and spices, followed by hints of dried fynbos and crushed stone on the palate. It is full-bodied and pure, with nuances of blood orange zest and fine tannins. This wine pairs fantastically with a lamb tagine served with couscous and dates.

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MINIMALIST WINES
Connect the Dots Syrah – 2021
CHF 24.90 instead of CHF 34.90

The wine shows a terroir expression on the nose, with beautiful blackberry-like red fruits, black olives, white and black pepper, and a hint of fynbos in the background. On the palate, it is exquisitely balanced with a sharp acidity that counteracts the impressive fruit towards the end. This fantastic wine accompanies any feast excellently, whether braised, grilled, or roasted.

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NEIL ELLIS
Bottelary Pinotage – 2018
CHF 22.90 instead of CHF 35.00

The deep, dark, reflective color of this multifaceted wine is impressive. It presents dark plum, cherry, and blackberry fruits, accompanied by elegant floral notes. The palate is fresh with chalky, fine-grained tannins. This wine is a fantastic companion to dishes like Bobotie, Boerewors, Osso Buco, or a braised oxtail.

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SCIONS OF SINAI
Pinotage Feniks – 2022
CHF 26.90 instead of CHF 35.00

This Pinotage, pronounced "Phoenix," has a special story. The name came about when the producer wanted to remove the vines, but Bernhard convinced him not to. The wine is very fine, supple, and fresh with pure cherry fruit, a beautiful limestone structure, and good acidity. It is expressive with good weight and precision, straightforward and refined, as well as structured. A great wine that pairs excellently with Piri Piri chicken from the charcoal grill.