Easter and Passover are just days away. Do you have the wines that you want to serve or bring to a gathering? We like to recommend accessible bottles that suit many different cuisine styles at a variety of price points. So, whether you are eating a traditional holiday meal or enjoying creative cuisine, we have some great choices. Check them out!
Celebrate the joys of Easter!
Barrel Oak Sauvignon Blanc 2024 (SRP: $34) Perfect for Easter, this Sauvignon Blanc pairs beautifully with spring herbs and vegetables like asparagus. Bright and creamy, it opens with mandarin orange, elderflower, and thyme. Salted pear and peach create a succulent mid-palate charm, leading to a grapefruit zest finish. A Sauvignon Blanc that feels distinctly Virginian in character—bridging the bright aromatics of New Zealand with the softer elegance of California. Visit: Barrel Oak Winery & Brewery | Virginia Wine & Craft Beer.
San Felice Estate in Chianti Classico, La Pieve Gran Selezione 2022 ($33) Crafted at the historic San Felice estate in Chianti Classico, La Pieve Gran Selezione 2022 is a beautifully poised expression of Sangiovese, offering both structure and elegance—ideal for celebratory spring tables. With its vibrant notes of ripe cherry, wild berries, dried herbs, and subtle spice, the wine’s freshness and refined tannins make it a versatile companion for Easter and Passover gatherings alike. Whether paired with herb-roasted lamb, brisket, or seasonal vegetable dishes, La Pieve’s balance of depth and lift enhances each bite without overpowering the meal. Its graceful complexity and sense of place bring a touch of Tuscan tradition to moments centered around renewal, family, and shared joy. Visit: San Felice: the historic Tuscan vineyard, winery and 5* hotel | Borgo San Felice
Beronia Reserva 2020 ($26.99): This is a classic Rioja Reserva made predominantly from Tempranillo sourced from older vineyards in Rioja Alta. The wine is aged 18 months in a combination of French and American oak barrels, followed by additional bottle aging before release, resulting in a balanced style that combines ripe plum and red fruit with notes of cocoa, spice, and subtle oak. Its structure, layered aromatics, and extended maturation reflect the traditional aging framework of Rioja and the elegance that defines the Reserva category. Beronia Rueda Verdejo 2024 ($17.99) The aromatic white wine from Rueda is made from the Verdejo grape, crafted from two separate harvests to balance fresh, herbaceous notes with riper fruit characteristics. It shows a pale yellow color with greenish hues and offers aromas of citrus and white fruit alongside herbaceous notes such as fennel. On the palate, it is crisp and fresh with an elegant texture, featuring flavors of white peach and melon with hints of fennel. Visit: Bodegas Beronia: D.O.Ca. Rioja Wines | Beronia.
Vilarnau Barcelona Rosé Delicato Reserva ($24) This Rosé is a Cava Reserva Guarda Superior made from Garnacha and Pinot Noir grown in Vilarnau’s estate vineyards near their Espiells winery, organically certified since 2015. Produced using the traditional method and aged at least 15 months on the lees, it shows delicate aromas of red berries and floral notes with a creamy, fresh palate. The wine reflects several defining qualities of modern premium Cava—estate-grown fruit, organic viticulture, and extended aging within the Guarda Superior tier—while highlighting the elegance and versatility of rosé Cava. Visit: Vilarnau | Your cava.
Asti Spumante Matteo Soria ($17) Celebrate the season with a glass that feels as light and joyful as the occasion itself. This Easter and Passover, Asti Spumante offers a fresh, gently sparkling alternative to heavier wines—bursting with notes of ripe peach, orange blossom, and honeyed citrus. Its naturally low alcohol content makes it especially appealing for daytime gatherings and multi-course meals, allowing guests to sip and savor without overwhelming the palate. Elegant yet approachable, Asti Spumante brings a festive lift to spring tables, pairing beautifully with everything from glazed ham to almond desserts and traditional holiday sweets. Visit: Consorzio dell’Asti DOCG
2023 A to Z Wineworks Oregon Pinot Noir 2023 ($20) bursting with black cherry, blackberry, strawberry jam, and subtle spice layered with oak and vanilla, is round and juicy with balanced acidity, pairing well with spring Easter dishes from roasted leg of lamb or herbcrusted pork to fresh salads and fruit-based desserts. 2023 A to Z Wineworks Oregon Pinot Gris ($16) features bright honeydew, pear, citrus, and subtle floral notes balanced by bright acidity and gentle fruit sweetness, pairs beautifully with spring Easter dishes like vegetable tempura, fresh salads, and seafood. 2024 A to Z Wineworks Rose ($16) with bright strawberry, white peach, and citrus notes balanced by zesty acidity and a smooth, juicy mid-palate, is perfect for Easter, pairing beautifully with complex, spicy, and herbaceous spring dishes. Think picnic or fragrant Mediterranean food, it pairs great with chicken and is satisfying to sip on its own. Visit: Quality Wines for Sustainable Value | A to Z Wineworks
Kosher Wines are for Passover beginning at sundown on 4/1 continuing through 4/9.
From the vineyards of the Galilee to the hills surrounding Jerusalem and Judea, Israeli wines bring the history and spirit of the land directly to the Passover table. The Israeli Wine Producers Association (IWPA) represents nearly 40 wineries nationwide, uniting boutique estates and leading producers under one banner to educate, promote, and introduce consumers to Israel’s world-class wines. Try these three that can be found in local liquor stores and at Total Wine. Here are just a few. Learn more at www.iwpa.com.
Feldstein Dabouki ($60) Feldstein Winery, founded in 2014, is one of the best quality artisan wineries in Israel and is situated in the Upper Galilee. Guided by values of craftmanship, creativity, and individuality, with a sense of place, it produces terroir-led wines with good drinkability in an elegant style. Fresh, fruity with tropical notes of green banana and green melon. A taste of ancient Israel.
Jezreel Argaman ($65) Made from Argaman, the indigenous grape varietal of the land of Israel. A wonderful balanced and complex wine with a long, pleasant and fresh finish. Perfectly corresponding with the hot, sunny Israel climate.
1848 5th Generation Orient ($40) A unique blend of Mediterranean varieties ideal for the Israeli climate, with aromas of black fruit and hints of roasted herbs. Juicy, spicy, and elegant.
Top Bigstock photo by Yastremska
