Summer Cocktails by Brancott Estate

Summer Cocktails by Brancott Estate

Brancott Berry

Brancott Berry

I know the summer’s coming to a close soon but there are still some beautiful weather to come and what best way to celebrate what’s left of the summer than with a fun and delicious cocktail?

These two wine-based cocktails would be perfect for your upcoming Labor Day get-togethers.

Brancott Berry

Ingredients:

  • 3 parts Brancott Estate Sauvignon Blanc (or Chardonnay or Pinot Gris)
  • 3 strawberries, chopped
  • 1 part Gin (like Beefeater or Beefeater 24)
  • Agave nectar to taste
  • juice of ¼ of a lemon
Brancott Minty Peach Sangria

Brancott Minty Peach Sangria

Directions:

  1. In the bottom of a mixing glass, muddle the strawberries in the lemon and agave nectar.
  2. Add remaining ingredients and shake well with ice.
  3. Strain over ice into a wine glass and garnish with a strawberry slice on rim of glass.

Minty Peach Sangria

Ingredients:

  • 3 parts Brancott Estate Sauvignon Blanc (or Chardonnay or Pinot Gris)
  • 3 parts peach nectar
  • 1 part orange-flavored vodka
  • Several mint leaves (for every one serving, use 8-10 mint leaves)

Directions:

  1. Slap the mint leaves between your palms to release oils, then drop into glass.
  2. Add ice and remaining ingredients and stir.
  3. Garnish with a mint sprig and fresh peaches.

Cheers,

Veronique

2010 Brancott Sauvignon Blanc

2010 Brancott Sauvignon Blanc

This Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand displays what is typical of the region for this varietal – burst of bright fruit with a tangy finish.

I first sampled this Brancott Estate wine when it was really cold and some of its aromas and flavors were masked.  As it warmed up a bit, the nose was bright pink grapefruit.  For those wine drinkers who can’t easily identify aromas displayed by certain wines, the grapefruit is prominent and easy to pinpoint on this Sauvignon Blanc.  The citrus notes continue in the mouth with lemon and lime flavors that finish with zippy acidity.

Great summer white at a very affordable price point.

Around $12.