Memorial Day Weekend Pairing Guide

Memorial Day Weekend Pairing Guide

Memorial Day weekend is officially here, and that means one thing: grills firing up, coolers filling up, pool days, late nights around the fire pit, and gathering with your favorite people. The only thing missing? The right wine in your glass.

Whether you’re hosting the backyard barbecue, bringing a bottle to the lake, or just claiming a chair on the patio for the entire weekend, we’ve paired our Memorial Day Collection with all the flavors of summer.

Grab your plate and let’s build your lineup.

Poolside & Patio Favorites

Sumatran Sparkles + Grilled Corn

Crisp, refreshing, and ready for sunshine, Sumatran Sparkles brings bright energy to the table. The bubbles and fresh fruit notes balance buttery grilled corn perfectly.

Also try with:
✔️ Street corn dip
✔️ Watermelon feta salad
✔️ Chips & guacamole
✔️ Grilled chicken skewers

Pool floats strongly encouraged.

Wijde Sparkling Wine + Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Some wines instantly feel like summer, and Wijde is one of them. Rich texture, beautiful bubbles, and enough freshness to handle seafood while still feeling elevated.

Also try with:
✔️ Fried chicken
✔️ Crab cakes
✔️ Lemon pasta
✔️ Charcuterie boards

Pop this one before guests even arrive.

2024 Picpoul Blanc + Summer Pasta Salad

Bright, crisp, and made for warm weather sipping. This pairing is easygoing and refreshing without trying too hard.

Also try with:
✔️ Fish tacos
✔️ Caprese skewers
✔️ Chicken Caesar wraps
✔️ Pasta primavera

Basically sunshine in a wine glass.

2024 Duocorn White Blend + Peach Cobbler

You made it through dinner. Time for dessert. Sweet peaches and summer flavors make this one feel like the perfect ending.

Also try with:
✔️ Peach salsa
✔️ Fruit salad
✔️ Vanilla ice cream
✔️ Berry shortcake

Save room for this one.

2024 The Horn Red Blend + Cheeseburgers

Cheeseburgers on Memorial Day just feel right. The Horn Red Blend brings enough fruit and character to hold its own without overpowering the food.

Also try with:
✔️ Bacon jam burgers
✔️ Steak kabobs
✔️ Brisket tacos
✔️ Grilled sausage

Weekend cookout MVP.

2022 Cabernet Sauvignon + Smoked Brisket

Big flavor deserves big wine. Slow smoked brisket and Cabernet Sauvignon might just be the power couple of the weekend.

Also try with:
✔️ Ribeye
✔️ Burnt ends
✔️ Barbecue burgers
✔️ Beef kebabs

For the person who suddenly becomes a pitmaster every holiday weekend.

2023 Pinot Noir + Hot Dogs

Sometimes the classics just work. Hot dogs and Pinot Noir are surprisingly easygoing and crowd friendly.

Also try with:
✔️ Bratwursts
✔️ BBQ pizza
✔️ Smoked turkey
✔️ Grilled mushrooms

The underrated pairing of the weekend.

End the Night Around the Fire Pit

2021 Renoster + Campfire S’mores

As the fireworks fade and everyone gathers around the fire, Renoster is ready to close out the weekend.

Also try with:
✔️ Brownies
✔️ Dark chocolate
✔️ Pecan pie
✔️ Chocolate covered strawberries

Because every good weekend deserves dessert.

Memorial Day weekends are built around great food, great company, and making memories. Build your perfect lineup, stock up on favorites, and don’t forget to add the newly released 2023 Five Species while you’re at it.

🍷 Browse our Memorial Day Collection and find your weekend favorites.