Sizzle sizzle on the grill, cooking, tasting! Grills are being fired up in yards and cottages as the weather warms. Grilled food is famously quite filling, so it's usually best paired with a red wine.
Red wine and grilled food form a wonderfully balanced pair where neither overshadows the other. A grill wine has big shoes to fill, as there can be multiple dishes and social drinking skills are also considered a plus. Grilled food classics include sausages, corn on the cob, and steaks. Vegetables are usually thought of as light fare, but with proper grilling they can make a truly filling meal – after all, the vegetable kingdom's classics belong to the grilling season: stuffed portobello mushrooms or bell peppers, as well as veggie sausages, hot dogs, and patties!
A proper sear and sufficient fat ensure this meal shouldn't leave you hungry. And if it does, there's always seconds! Juicy asparagus, ribs, and sausages shake hands with grill wine – this is a meal we're investing in.
Baron de Ley Reserva
This is truly the best asparagus in a while! Vegan-friendly Spanish Baron de Ley Reserva is made from Tempranillo grapes and comes from the Mendavia vineyards in the Rioja region. This full-bodied and multidimensional grill wine is a reliable and trustworthy partner for everything from asparagus to pork. This wine's specialty is dark meats.
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Vinhas do Ocidente
The beautiful cork surface doesn't lie – this is a gentle and generous food wine. Vinhas do Ocidente is also tailored to Finnish taste, meaning it's made to taste just right for you. This Portuguese charmer is fruity at heart and slightly sweet, which makes it very approachable. Casa Relvas's earth friendly winery respects nature and ensures they make wine in harmony with it.
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Atlantico
An easy and delicious choice from Portugal! Like the Ocidente introduced above, this new friend is one of Casa Relvas winery's showcases. Atlantico is a full-bodied and moderate wine that seems designed for grilling. It's packed in an easy-to-carry one-liter plastic bottle, so there's enough for several grillers.
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Ironstone Old Vine Zinfandel
You're holding a genuine and noble meat wine that doesn't shy away from vegetables either. Ironstone Old Vine Zinfandel is characterized by the elegance and balance of a full-bodied grill wine. Relaxing by the fireplace isn't a bad idea either, but interaction with food at the table is this full-bodied wine's true calling. Also delicious with cheeses.
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Order Your Grill Wines!
Ordering is easy. By clicking “Go to order”, you’ll be taken to Alko’s online store, where these wines are already pre-selected for you. You can add the wines you want to your cart and choose delivery to the store you prefer. Alko handles the order, and there’s no extra charge.
