Which Wine Should You Choose This Summer? The Ultimate Vinodelice Guide 🍷☀️
But first, what exactly is a summer wine?
A summer wine is, above all, a wine that evokes freshness and conviviality. Think easy-drinking, fruity, thirst-quenching cuvées that pair just as well with a crisp salad as with a barbecue or a long evening on the terrace. Zesty whites, light reds, fruity rosés or playful bubbles — anything goes, as long as it’s enjoyed with a smile (and always in moderation)!
Summer Rosé: The Essential Warm-Weather Pleasure
You simply can’t talk about summer wines without mentioning rosé. The undisputed star of sunny days (and great value for money!), rosé comes in endless styles — from pale, elegant Provençal rosés to deeper-hued ones like those from Tavel. There’s a rosé for every summer moment: casual aperitifs, sizzling barbecues, vibrant salads, shaded picnics, festive evenings, and even some fruity desserts.
👉 Check out our collection of rosés from Provence.
Which White Wine for Summer?
In summer, we love fresh, crisp whites, often made from aromatic grapes like Sauvignon Blanc, Vermentino, or Riesling. Their thirst-quenching acidity makes them the perfect match for salads, grilled fish, seafood, or a simple aperitif in the sun.
👉 Our summer white favorite: Catalina Sounds Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Which Red Wine for Summer?
Red wine has its place in summer too — but opt for lighter, fruit-forward styles. Forget heavy tannins: go for a Gamay, a Pinot Noir, or a Sicilian Nerello Mascalese. Lightly chilled, these wines shine alongside grilled meats, charcuterie boards, or stuffed vegetables.
👉 Our summer red favorite: Giovanni Rosso Etna Rosso 2017
Summer Bubbles: The Festive Choice
What better than a glass of bubbles to celebrate summer? Pet-Nat, Cava, extra dry Prosecco, or sparkling Moscato — anything that brings freshness and fun to the glass. Serve well chilled as an aperitif, in a cocktail, or with a fruity dessert.
Wines from the South: Sunshine in Your Glass
When we think of summer, we immediately think of wines from the South. From Languedoc and Provence to Sicily, Puglia, and Spain (with crisp whites and sparkling Cava), these regions offer sun-drenched wines full of fruit and charm.
Whether it’s a generous Italian Primitivo for your grill, a Mediterranean Vermentino with a salad, or a fresh Cava to kick off the evening, southern wines are the true stars of summer tables.
Moments & Styles: How to Choose Your Summer Wine
• For a picnic or mixed salad: a crisp white or a fresh, thirst-quenching rosé.
• For aperitifs: a zesty white, a vibrant rosé, or a light sparkling wine to set the mood.
• For barbecues and grilled dishes: a juicy, fruity red with soft tannins, or a more structured rosé.
• For a laid-back evening with friends: a glou-glou wine — a light red or an aromatic white to share freely (always in moderation 😉).
• To finish on a sweet note: a lightly sparkling, slightly sweet Moscato is perfect.
To Keep the Summer Going...
Want to take things further?
👉 Explore our Summer Collection — a selection of favorites for every sunlit moment, all at friendly prices.
