Our Top Picks for the Best Boozy Summer Picnic
What's better than a picnic in the summer? A picnic with wine! We've compiled a list of four of our best wines to be paired with tasty picnic bites, along with the best picnic accessories that will have you chowing luxuriously. So let's get that blanket spread and that bag unpacked and begin snackin'!
1. Charcuterie Board
Eating on the ground has never been so fancy!
We've been here before; you know there's nothing better than assorted meats and cheeses with some wine! We recommend keeping this board simple with some Soppressata, prosciutto, sharp cheddar, and provolone cheese accompanied by kalamata olives, grapes, and some gourmet crackers of your choice. Pair this snack with some 2017 Boston Winery Bruno Sangiovese to get the most out of this tasty snack.
Our accessory for this picnic snack is Tirrinia Outdoor Wine Picnic Table. It's a fold-up bamboo table that will hold your bottle of wine, two glasses, and all of your favorite meats and cheeses!
2. Lemon Orzo Salad
A picnic isn’t proper unless it has a wicker basket!
Salad is better with pasta, and so we've chosen this tasty side dish to brighten up your picnic! This salad is filled with tiny, grain-shaped pasta tossed with lemon juice, shredded zucchini, and some basil and fresh chives topped with grated parmesan cheese. Pair this refreshing salad with our 2016 Shark in the Pond Blend; it will complement the citrus in the salad.
Of course, what's a picnic without a picnic basket? This Happy Picnic Insulated Wicker Picnic Basket comes in two sizes; the first fits a picnic for two, and the second size includes a picnic set-up for four. This white wicker basket has a classic look with expert functionality. It comes with an insulated compartment so that your wine and food can stay cold, as well as cutlery, wine glasses, napkins, plates, and a waterproof blanket to lay it all on. What more could you need?
3. Pork Milanese Sandwich
The perfect sandwich to enjoy outdoors!
Get ready to enjoy this handheld spin on a classic Italian dish. All you need is a split baguette with breaded and pan-fried pork tenderloins, topped with mozzarella cheese and arugula tossed in olive oil and lemon juice. Pack that up, and you'll have the main course for your basket lunch! Pair this sandwich with our 2017 Black Dog Cabernet. There's nothing like pork cutlets with notes of dark berries and black pepper.
With dark, red wine on the ground, you're bound to have a few accidents; you'll need a blanket that will hold up and last. We've sifted through the blankets on the market, and our choice is Twine Seaside Picnic Blanket Set. This blanket won't absorb any spillage, includes four stakes so it won't blow away, waterproof lining, a leather carrier, and a nautical design.
4. Chocolate Covered Strawberries
The tastiest finish to a beautiful picnic!
Better to keep it simple and bring some chocolate-covered strawberries for dessert. This classic dessert pairs so well with our 2017 Black Dog Brachetto! This wine is slightly effervescent and is only slightly sweet, so it does well with fruit and dessert so that you won't get too much of a sweet tooth.
We gave you all of these suggestions for wine, so we'll have to provide you with something to pack all of these bottles in! We suggest this Freshore Insulated Wine Carrier that holds six bottles of wine and is sure to keep all of them at your desired temperature.
Are you ready for your picnic? We sure are! Make the most of your summer and picnic with Boston Winery wine this summer!
