#gogiwines

SI love food, so obviously I also love wine. If you’re eating food you’re supposed to have wine, right? In any case, a big red tends to be my go-to, but there is no better time to discover a new white than Summer time! 

Here are 3 newbies (at least to me) that I am dying to try!

BARRYMORE, Pinot Grigio 2013 | Monterey, California

I mean...as if we weren’t already totes obsessed with her! Of course she has a few grapes of her own! So, obviously we’re basically MFEO. This gal is a fan of crisp, fruity, whites and this varietal prides itself on just that! Tragically this may be a little tough to track down in store, it’s at a fabulous price point at $14.99 if you can make it to the vineyard but expect to pay a hefty shipping charge online. FUN IDEA:  get a few friends to pitch in and do a special tasting on the wines you don’t want to do a lone splurge on! I also recommend keeping a keen eye out at your favorite online wine store or at your local BevMo!

FERGUSON CREST, Viognier | Santa Ynez Valley, California

Who knew Fergie Ferg and her Dad own a winery together?! I do love a good Viognier! This 100% Viognier boasts a softer side with flavors of honeysuckle, apricot, florals and peach. If this doesn’t sound like your cup of tea... er... wine, then check out their well ranked Syrah!

SOPHIA MINI, Blanc de Blancs | California

We’re all familiar with the Coppola label, but can we take a moment to obsess over the cutest little can you ever did see! The Sofia Mini Blanc de Blancs just screams “girlie”! ...which is why we must take a moment to applaud the marketing geniuses behind it all. I mean, normally I would never dream of drinking champagne out of a straw, but they got me - I have yet to sip on it and I’m already in love. My train of thought: In case the bubbles aren’t on point, always have orange juice on the ready! So, if you’re looking for the perfect novelty beverage, these adorable little babies are the perfect addition to a Bridal or Baby Shower, Girls Night In, or simply to switch up your Sunday Sunday Bubbly!  If you aren’t able to splurge on these for your next brunch (about $15 - 4 pack), be sure to add them to your Pinterest searches while brainstorming your next event - I’m sure you’ll coming up with something equally as darling!  

Note: Each can comes with a little pink straw, and while this is quite clever and perfect for your summer movies in the park, I would recommend swapping out the straw for something a little more fance! 

Photography | Melanie Duerkopp Floral Design | Natalie Bowen Designs Creative Direction | Amanda O'Shannessy Creative

GoGi Wines | Los Alamos, California

Since we’re on the topic of Celebrity Wines, I must recommend one of my personal favorite wine makers, GoGi Wines. I had the pleasure of enjoying a glass of their Pinot Noir in Disneyland one sunny afternoon, before I knew who was behind it. It may have simply been the joy of toasting with my family in the Happiest Place on Earth but it still remains divine in my mind and on my palette. The man behind the grape is non other than Mr. Kurt Russell, you simply must do some googling to read about his “romance with wine”, it makes me smile. So I leave you with this charming video of bottling day at GoGi Wines, that just makes you want to be a part of their family. After all, isn’t that what it’s all about?