Valentine's Day can be stressful. Sure you may have that special someone, but what do you make for dinner? What do you get them as a gift? What color underwear do you put on? Do you use the fuzzy pink handcuffs, or the ones with the leopard print?
While you're worrying about all this, it's easy to lose sight of what Valentine's Day is all about: A convenient excuse to splurge on food and wine and then get freaky with the person you care most about. Well let us help you simplify the most important part of the night: The wine.
We've curated 10 sexy, fun, affordable wines to spice up your special night and get both of you in the mood for love:
Bubbles are love in a bottle. Pure and simple. Enjoy with those V-day oysters.
A bright, and expressive white wine. Pop a bottle and sip while you’re cooking dinner to set the mood in advance.
Pinot might be the sexiest red grape variety. This bottle brings roasted, spicy notes that are a perfect complement to its luscious mouthfeel.
The addition of a touch of white Viognier takes this 94-point Aussie Shiraz and blows the aromatics through the roof. Add that to the overwhelming, juicy fruit on the palate, and she’ll think you spent 3x as much.
A complex, savory red blend that will get your minds racing to keep up with what your tongues are experiencing. Geek out before you freak out.
Round, creamy, and luxurious, this is how Chardonnay wants to be treated. This is an absolutely outstanding example of the grape. Perfect for curling up with popcorn and a partner in crime.
We’re back to Pinot, but this time from Oregon. This wine is incredibly versatile and will pair with whatever special dish you decide to whip up.
Forget tequila. Champagne is the single most effective clothing-removal-device on the planet. It’s just science. Sexy, bubbly science.
The Italians know a thing or two about romance, so take their word for it when they say Brunello is the king of all Tuscan wines. It’s big, it’s intense, and wants to compliment your big, juicy piece of meat.
Sweet, unctuous, and rich, this wine is nothing short of sexy. Sip on this instead of dessert, and enjoy the notes of honey and roasted hazelnuts. Before long, you’ll be ready to move on to other activities. <3
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