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The 65 Best Grilling Wines for the End of Summer

Honest Cooking magazine compiled a comprehensive list of wines to enjoy with freshly grilled dishes, including Domaine Chanson, Chateau Montelena and Gary Farrell Winery. Labor Day certainly doesn’t mean the end of summer grilling season as we continue to enjoy al fresco meals more regularly during this time. See the write ups for these wines below and the full article HERE

Domaine Chanson Pinot Noir Le Bourgogne 2018
“Dark ruby color with purple nuances. Intense aromas of ripe black currant mixed with spices and licorice. Crunchy and generous. Complex and deep texture. Well-crafted tannins. Long and fruity aftertaste. Super “everyday” Burgundy, ideal with braised and roasted meats, as well as meat-sauced pasta.”

Chateau Montelena Zinfandel 2015
“The energetic nature of the palate perfectly reflects the complexity of the growing season as bright acid contrasts black pepper, which yields plenty of ripe raspberries and cherry candy. This, in turn, transitions to fresh mint and abundant spicy cloves.”

Gary Farrell Russian River Selection Pinot Noir 2017
“This elegant Pinot Noir opens with alluring aromas of Bing cherry, pomegranate, boysenberry syrup and preserved raspberries. Flavors of Cremini mushrooms and cherry cola with hints of white pepper and clove unfold on the palate. The supple tannins develop into a soft, silky finish complimented with abundant acidity on the finish.”

Related Wines

    Chateau Montelena

    Chateau Montelena Zinfandel 2015

    Napa Valley, California

    Produced from grapes grown on the Montelena Estate vineyard, the Zinfandel is a classically-structured, subtle and refined wine. Planted in volcanic soil, combined with 10-year-old vines in alluvial soil, this is a stunning wine known for its spicy, ripe berry flavor.

    Domaine Chanson

    Domaine Chanson Le Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2018

    Bourgogne

    The grapes for Domaine Chanson’s Bourgogne Rouge are sourced exclusively from select estate-owned vineyards in the Côte de Nuits, as well as several terroirs located in the southern part of the Côte de Beaune.

    Gary Farrell Winery

    Gary Farrell Winery Russian River Selection Pinot Noir 2017

    Russian River Valley, California

    The Russian River Selection bottlings are quintessential Russian River Valley wines blended from some of the region’s top vineyards, taking advantage of varied climates and unique site characteristics.  Undoubtedly showcasing a beautiful expression of the varietal and of the appellation’s unique terroir, this Pinot Noir blend captures the richness, purity and elegance that are Gary Farrell Winery’s trademarks.

Related Producers

    Gary Farrell Winery

    Russian River Valley, California

    For over 40 years, Gary Farrell Winery has crafted small-lot artisan wines capturing balance and stylistic elegance from some of the finest vineyard sites in the Russian River Valley. Since 2014, the current owners have been dedicated to enhancing Gary Farrell’s legacy with a single-minded focus on quality, relying on rigorous vineyard selection, outstanding grower relationships and superior quality fruit.

    Chateau Montelena

    Calistoga, Napa Valley, California

    Chateau Montelena is renowned for consistently producing age-worthy, classically-styled wines that capture the nuances of each vintage and its distinct terroir. Widely known for winning the Judgment of Paris in 1976, it helped put California at the forefront of the wine world. Today, the winery is honored on the National Register of Historic Places and continues to be owned and operated by the Barrett Family.

    Domaine Chanson

    Burgundy, France

    Chanson is a true mid-size Domaine. Unlike many of their competitors, their wines are produced using the grower model rather than the négociant model. They have extensive holdings of over 111 acres of exclusively Premier and Grand Cru vineyards in the heart of Burgundy. Chanson is obsessed with maintaining a consistent quality level across the entire range. The wines have a seductive and distinctive style due to the rigorous approach to viticulture and vinification.