Saturday Search Party: Wines for the Long Weekend
Five wines worth finding now—perfect to uncork tonight or linger over on Labor Day.
Your Saturday search party starts and stops with these bottles. Whether you’re looking for something bold and expressive or light and approachable, this lineup delivers. Enjoy them with friends tonight, or tuck one away to savor over the long holiday weekend.
Alessandro di Camporeale Benedè Catarratto 2024 ($18): Quince, yellow apple and sage weave together in a white with a rounded, supple mouthfeel that lingers gracefully.
Attems Cicinis Collio Bianco 2022 ($26.99):Fresh-cut grass and citrus define this wine, with lemon, lime and grapefruit at the core. The finish is zesty and energetic, capped by a sharp jab of lime zest.
Cotarella Sodale Merlot Lazio IGP 2020 ($25): Medium-bodied and graceful, this Merlot glides across the palate with flavors of ripe plum, milk chocolate and a touch of cedar. Elegant and approachable, it shows both charm and balance.
Le Anfore di Elena Casadei Cannonau di Sardegna 2022 ($19.99):A velvety texture frames raspberry, tart cherry skin and blueberry notes, creating a red that balances softness with depth of flavor.
Viña Carmen Delanz Apalta 2022 ($29.99): Deep purple in the glass, this wine opens with a meaty, extracted nose that signals the richness to come. Layers of raspberry compote, leather and tobacco unfold on the palate, while a subtle hint of iodine lingers on the finish. Bold yet refined, it’s an exceptional expression of Apalta.