Valentine’s
Day is this Saturday. It's a day when many people’s thoughts turn to love, romance
and, well let’s face it – sex. And we all know that sex sells, even in the wine
business. Especially in the wine
business.
If
you’re searching for a seductive name or label to get your message across this Valentine’s
Day, here are 7 lavish wines with plenty of sex appeal.
1)
Slow Dancer Cabernet Sauvignon 2012
Crafted
in Napa Valley, this Cabernet has a velvety texture with the arresting aromas
of raspberries and caramel, and the sensuous flavors of berry, current and
plum. Winner of a gold medal at the 2014 San Diego International Wine
Competition, this Cab can put the moves on a steak dinner. Afterwards, pour another
glass of Slow Dancer and cue up some Marvin Gaye; maybe Let’s Get It On while you step out on the floor for another slow
dance … Average price $14 a bottle.
2)
Foreplay Chardonnay 2013
Naked Winery is known for wines with
naughty names but delightful taste. Foreplay is no different. This crisp
Chardonnay has been lightly oaked to enhance the teasing flavors of green
apples and ripe pears before delivering a luscious experience with a silky
finish. Sells for around $20 a bottle. After Foreplay, you might also consider some
other Naked Winery wines like Missionary, Smitten Kitten, Vixen or Penetration.
Oh! Orgasmic wines are an option, too.
3)
Cycles Gladiator Pinot Noir 2012
From
Central Coast California, this wine won a gold at the San Francisco Chronicle
Wine Competition last year. With the aroma of cloves and berries, this Pinot
offers a tease of pomegranates with a kick of acidity. Although the Cycles
Gladiator Winery and brand was sold off to another company last year, you may
still be able to find this jewel on store shelves. It’s a tasty romp for
an average price of $11 a bottle.
4)
Luscious Lips Red Wine Blend 2012
Sweet
and seductive, this red blend promises the depth of a kiss. Crafted by Falkner Winery
in Temecula California, there is also a sweet White Luscious Lips version along
with a mulled wine known as Hot Lips, and a Risqué Riesling that’s more in line
with a semi-dry wine. Grab a glass and judge the pucker-factor for yourself. Sells
for around $15 a bottle.
5)
Quickie! Sauvignon Blanc 2014
Some Young Punks is crafting small
estate vinos in Australia with some racy wine names: Naked on Roller Skates,
Passion has Red Lips, Double Love Trouble, Lust Collides – you get the picture.
In fact, the label is like something off the cover of a pulp fiction serial from the
1950’s. Quickie! is a spirited vino, aged in stainless steel
for 6 months to provide that fresh yet flirty Sav Blanc flavor of minerality and
citrus with a floral aroma. This one might leave you wanting more.
6)
Zin-Phomaniac Zinfandel 2012
A Zinfandel crafted from old-vine Lodi Zinfandel grapes: perfect! This vino offers up the
aromas of raspberry, cherry and spice before arousing the palate with lush
fruit and sultry spice flavors. Zin-Phomanic
has scored two silver medals, one at the 2014 San Francisco International Wine
Competition and the other at the 2014 Los Angeles International Wine Competition. Let this
full-bodied vino awaken your obsession with Zin.
7)
Pro•mis•Q•ous White Wine Blend
A
casual white table wine that has a “wanton disregard for convention.” Crafted
from an assortment of California grapes including Chardonnay, Chenin
Blanc and Gewurztraminer, this crisp white blend has been aged in stainless
steel to bring out the bright flavors of lush melon, pear and citrus. Serve
with oysters or caviar for a romantic tete-a-tete, or enjoy with omelets the morning after … it’s a
decent bang for your buck at $12 a bottle.
They
say that wine is one of the best aphrodisiac drinks around, so consider this the
perfect the time to do some hands-on research this weekend. Grab your
sweetie and enjoy one of these decadent wines for Valentine’s. You never know
what might develop …
~
Joy
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