Apr 12

Apr 12 April 2022 Wine Guide

Happy April, beloved.

Whew, it’s been a doozy of a month already, hasn’t it? I won’t get into why, but IYKYK, and I hope you’re protecting your peace and energy every step of the way.

Spring has officially sprung (well, kinda) and I thought it would be an ideal moment to share a few wine recommendations for the various occasions that quickly approaching.

Get into these picks and be sure to leave a comment to let me know what you decide to try!

EASTER + PASSOVER

For those who identify as Christian, it’s Holy Week - an important observation that signifies the last days of Jesus Christ. April 15 is Good Friday, which begins the start of Passover, and Sunday is Easter, which signifies the resurrection of Christ and the beginning of His ascension into heaven. If you’ll be gathering with your family and friends for any of these observances, here are a few bottles that should make their way to your table.

INTERNATIONAL MALBEC DAY

April 17 is also International Malbec Day, and for those who love the big, bold flavors of an Argentine Malbec, this day is just for you. Malbec is the red wine that is not only approachable yet stands out among the crowd because of its tannic structure, rich red fruit flavor and of course, a hint of spice in the finish. But don’t just limit yourself to Malbec from Argentina. While it is home to 75 percent of the world’s Malbec production, there are a lot of places where this grape variety does particularly well. Make sure to check out these bottles as you’re relaxing from the big Easter Sunday feast.

Crocus L'Atelier Malbec de Cahors 2018 (France)
2019 Catena Malbec (Mendoza, Argentina)
Susana Balbo Signature Malbec 2019 (Mendoza, Argentina)
Colome Estate Malbec 2019 (Salta, Argetina)
Saracina Vineyards Malbec 2018 (Mendicino, California)

EARTH DAY

Known as the day when we all show our gratitude to Mother Earth, April 22 has also become a huge day for wine producers across the globe to flex their sustainability muscles, and demonstrate that they are just as committed to being great stewards of the land. Here are a few producers that identify themselves as “green” wines. And to be clear, being “green” means that they are makers of natural wines, or have organic and/or sustainable farming practices.