Memorial Day’s roots date back to the Civil War era, when both North and South sought to officially recognize those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their side in battle. Since the passing of federal legislation in 1968, the holiday takes place on the last Monday of May, and the resultant three-day weekend has given it a whole new, less sobering—literally—meaning in American culture.
     Today, Memorial Day weekend represents the moment we savor the freedoms our ancestors fought to preserve…via daylong barbecues featuring copious consumption of grilled meats and delicious beverages! Conveniently falling on the verge of the summer months, it is the perfect time to get outside, soak up the sun, and quaff chilled rosé as the smoky smell of the grill invades the air.
     This festive and carefree mood calls for crisp whites, rosés, and sparklers that can be gulped to one’s heart’s delight or sipped alongside fresh salads and grilled seafood. Reds, on the other hand, should take well to a slight chill and rank high on the swallowability index, while still expressing generous fruit with the structure to complement the charred flavors of barbecued goodies.
     Regardless of what Memorial Day means to you, we don’t want you to go thirsty, so we’ve assembled this discounted six-pack to get you through the weekend. Cheers to all! –Anthony Lynch

2015 Colline Savonesi “Pettirosso Allegro” • Punta Crena  $19.95
2016 Chinon Rosé • Charles Joguet  $20.00
2015 Friulano • La Viarte $23.00
2015 Régnié “Grain & Granit” • Charly Thévenet $32.00
2015 Beaumes-de-Venise Rouge • Domaine de Durban $19.00
2011 Fronsac • Château Moulin $28.00

Normally $141.95
Special Sampler Price
$120
(a 15% discount)