EWC May Win Club - Cookout Cuvees

Wine list:

Azimut Cava Rosé

Region: Penedès, Spain

Varietal: Garnacha & Monastrell

Tasting Notes: Fresh strawberry, raspberry, citrus peel, and light floral notes with crisp bubbles and bright acidity. Dry, refreshing, and easy to drink.

Cookout Pairings:

• Grilled shrimp
• Chips and salsa / queso
• Hot dogs w/ spicy mustard
• Smoked chicken wings
• Fresh fruit

Cirelli Trebbiano d’Abruzzo

Region: Abruzzo, Italy

Varietal: Trebbiano

Tasting Notes: Clean and mineral-driven with lemon, pear, subtle herbs, and light almond notes. Fresh acidity with a slightly savory finish.

Cookout pairings

• Grilled lemon-herb chicken
• Pasta salad
• Grilled veggies
• Fish tacos
• Caprese skewers

Via Alpina Ribolla Gialla Friuli

Region: Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy

Varietal: Ribolla Gialla

Tasting Notes: Bright citrus, green apple, white flowers, and a crisp mineral edge. Lean, energetic, and alpine in feel.

Cookout Pairings:

• Brats w/ peppers and onions
• Grilled seafood
• Grilled corn
• Burgers w/ goat cheese

Ercole Barbera del Monferrato DOC

Region: Piedmont, Italy

Varietal: Barbera

Tasting Notes:Juicy cherry, blackberry, and plum with lively acidity and soft tannins. Rustic, vibrant, and extremely food-friendly.

Cookout Pairings:

• Cheeseburgers
• Sausage
• Pepperoni pizza
• BBQ chicken
• Smoked pork

Tenuta Il Nespolo “Vino da Sete” Vino Rosso

Region: Italy

Varietal: Red blend (Barbera, Freisa, Sangiovese)

Tasting Notes: Light-bodied and easy-drinking with red berries, herbs, and soft spice. Fresh acidity and low tannin make it very approachable.

Cookout pairings:

• Smashburgers
• Grilled Italian sausage
• Wood-fired pizza
• Kebabs
• Charcuterie and snack boards