These Are the Wines Our Editors Will Be Drinking This Summer
The Sunset Wine Club features the best bottles in the West, perfectly paired with recipes in the magazine.
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There’s no easier way to drink well than the Sunset Wine Club, a selection of story-worthy wines produced by the top vintners in California, Oregon, Washington, and beyond—delivered straight to your door. We’ve partnered with the country’s premier online wine retailer, Wine Access, to curate a standout mix of reds, whites, bubblies, and rosés. Think of each delivery as a box of aperitifs, party-ready bottles, and weeknight dinner solutions. Even better, they’ve been selected to go with the recipes and menus in our print issues.
As a member of the Sunset Wine Club, you will receive the following exclusive benefits:
Six Story-Worthy Wines, Shipped Every Three Months
Each bottle is thoughtfully crafted by a group of diverse, environmentally responsible winemakers.
Sunset Recipes, Profound Pairings
Every bottle comes with exclusive tasting notes and suggested pairings for Sunset recipes, hand-picked by sommeliers.
First Shot at Rare Gems and Icons
You’ll be first in line to claim the newest, highly allocated wines. These are bottles Sunset editors stand behind and serve in their own homes.
Wines in Our Next Shipment (and Recipes from the Magazine to Pair with Them)
2022 Norris ‘Estate’ Riesling, Ribbon Ridge, OR
Courtesy of Norris
Pairs with: Chicken Inasal
The Riesling’s bright acidity and ripe orange flavors balance the dish’s tangy vinegar and citrus marinade, while its floral and citrus notes echo the lemongrass and ginger, refreshing the palate against the smoky, umami-packed chicken.
2019 Iron Horse Vineyards Russian Cuvée, Green Valley of Russian River Valley
Courtesy of Iron Horse Vineyards
Pairs with: Croissant Toasts with Hot Honey Tomatoes & Whipped Ricotta
The wine’s crisp acidity and fine bubbles cut through the buttery croissant and creamy ricotta, while its bright citrus and subtle toast notes complement the sweet-spicy tomatoes.
2019 Inizi Charbono, Calistoga, Napa Valley
Courtesy of Inizi
Pairs with: Carnitas Coloradas
The wine’s dark fruit, firm structure, and savory edge stand up to the dish’s sweet, spice-laced glaze, while its acidity cuts through the richness of the pork and balances the interplay of sweet, umami, and aromatic spice.
2024 Cosmologist Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley
Courtesy of Cosmologist
Pairs with: The OG Caesar Salad
The wine’s vibrant acidity cuts through the richness of the creamy, savory dressing, while its citrus and green herbal notes mirror the lemon, garlic, and anchovy, enhancing the salad’s savory depth and keeping each bite feeling fresh and lifted.
2024 Omen Teroldego, Lake County
Courtesy of Omen
Pairs with: Sautéed Caesar with Anchovy Croutons
The Teroldego’s dark fruit and subtle earthiness complement the umami depth of anchovy, Parmesan, and savory sauces, while its bright acidity cuts through the richness and refreshes the palate against the wok-kissed greens.
2021 Bonifacia Malbec
Courtesy of Bonifacia
Pairs with: Grilled Chicken with Serrano Ponzu
The Malbec’s ripe dark fruit and olive notes are balanced by fresh, green herbal notes that mirror the serrano, cilantro, and citrus elements of the ponzu, while its supple tannins and acidity complement the smoky grilled chicken and vibrant, tangy sauce.
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