Wine days · Thursday, February 18, 2027
National Drink Wine Day
A cozy winter excuse to open something warming: Merlot, Zinfandel, a round Chardonnay.
102 days to go
Our picks
St. Francis Chardonnay, Wild Oak Vineyard, Sonoma Valley 2024
100% Chardonnay
St. Francis Old Vines Zinfandel, Bacchi Vineyard, Russian River Valley 2022
96% Zinfandel · 4% Petite Sirah
Duckhorn Vineyards Napa Valley Merlot Three Palms Vineyard 2022
92% Merlot · 7% Cabernet Sauvignon · 1% Cabernet Franc
St. Francis Old Vines Zinfandel, Maggie's Vineyard, Sonoma Valley 2022
99% Zinfandel · 1% Petite Sirah
Tips
- Winter reds like Zinfandel and Syrah pair with stews, chili and braises.
- Let big reds breathe 20–30 minutes, or use an aerator.
- Not to be confused with National Wine Day on May 25.
Gear for the day
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