Valentine wine personalized with love on the label
By Becky Ellis
There are so many lovely traditions associated with Valentine’s Day. Heart shaped boxes of fancy chocolates, pink champagne and roses by the dozen. Aside from the traditional gifts, what do you give your valentine when you want to win their heart with your creativity? Give your love a bottle of Valentine wine with a personalized wine label designed just for them.
Windsor Vineyards has an easy way for you to create a special Valentine wine label. Simply visit their website and choose from popular wine label styles or create your own label. There is a helpful tutorial on the site to walk you through the process. One of their most popular wines to give for Valentine’s Day is Windsor Vineyards 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon ($30). This lovely red wine has notes of black currants, tabacco and cocoa nib, with soft, rich tannins. Your Valentine will love the flavors of dark cherry, vanilla, fig and mocha in this wine.
Looking for a wine to serve with your gourmet Valentine’s Day meal? Zinfandel is the perfect choice. Pleasing to the palate with pleasant jammy flavors, it pairs well with fancy dishes such as lamb, duck and grilled steaks or pasta with a bold marinara sauce. If you are having a more casual Valentine’s Day meal – this wine is a fun pairing with tacos and burgers too. Pair Zinfandel with a bittersweet chocolate tart with salted caramelized pistachios for a fun, sexy Valentine dessert.
Cameron Hughes makes it easy to choose a Valentine wine. They are known for their high quality wines offered at affordable prices. The wines are bottled under the Cameron Hughes label, given a lot number and offered on-line. A fabulous way to try wines that are new to you without making a huge monetary investment.
Cameron Hughes Wine Lot 744 2018 Zinfandel ($17) is the perfect choice for Valentine’s Day A bold, round Zinfandel opening with a burst of jam exploding into spiced licorice, black pepper, and perfectly integrated acidity with small, silky tannins. The long finish is marked by smoky tobacco notes and hints of new soft leather.
What Valentine’s Day surprises are you planning for your love? Will you surprise your Valentine with a lovely wine with a personalized label?