It is the month of February between winter and spring, and it is the month of celebrating Valentine’s Day. This ancient Roman tradition has evolved over the years, and it’s a great time to show appreciation to anyone you care about. It’s a reason to indulge in activities that bring happiness and connection, whether with a partner, friends, family, or even self-love.
This day is about breaking routine and doing something fun like movie night, game night or cook-together with a fun new recipe. Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be about lavish dinners, elaborate gestures, or extravagant gifts. Instead, it can be an opportunity to enjoy a low-key celebration filled with quality time and creativity.
Playful and fun wines and drinks to elevate your Valentine’s Day celebration is the perfect way to set the stage for the evening. Add a special touch with a DIY bar setup. Display a few bottles of wine or cocktail ingredients on a beautiful tray or table. Encourage your partner or friends to experiment with mixing drinks or tasting different wines throughout the evening—it’s fun and interactive. Here are a few specialties to consider for the evening.
Rose Sparkling Wine - Effervescent and pink, this is a lighthearted and festive choice whether it be Champagne, an Italian Spumante, or otherworldly bubbles. Pair with cupcakes, charcuterie, or mini sliders for a fun twist.
Lambrusco - A slightly sweet, fizzy red wine that’s vibrant and refreshing. Perfect for a pizza night or sharing appetizers.
Cupid’s Spritz - Prosecco, Aperol (or cranberry juice for sweetness), and soda water. Garnish with flowers.
Sauternes – From France, this decadent sweet wine is perfect to pair with aged cheeses or to sip on its own.
Hot Cranberry Mule – If the night is chilly, warm up cranberry juice and ginger beer, then pour it into a mug and add vodka and lime juice. Garnish with cranberries and lime.
Remember, Valentine’s Day doesn’t need to be a big production. With a few bottles of wine, some creative cocktails, and simple snacks, you can create a night that feels special without breaking a sweat.
Cheers to making Valentine’s Day fun, meaningful, and perfectly low-key!
Kindred Spirits & Wine is a local wine shop with four locations – Fairfield, Westport, Monroe and Shelton. They have a well-curated shelf of wines from around the world. Each weekend they offer in-store tastings and monthly they have educational wine tasting events to enhance your discovery. Monica McCall is the Wine Director who goes above and beyond to bring wines of great quality and value at every price point. kindredspiritsandwine.com
Kindred Spirits & Wine
2260 Black Rock Tpke
Fairfield, CT 06825
(203) 374-0040
kindredspiritsandwine.com
Remember, Valentine’s Day doesn’t need to be a big production.