Pride Journeys Wine Guide: From White to Rosé

The holiday season is the perfect time to raise a glass and celebrate with friends and family, and nothing complements the festivities quite like a great white wine. Whether you’re toasting to a joyful gathering, pairing with a hearty holiday meal, or gifting a bottle to a wine-loving friend, the right white wine can add a touch of elegance and cheer. From crisp Chardonnays to aromatic Rieslings and vibrant Sauvignon Blancs, there’s a white wine for every palate and occasion. Let’s explore some of the best white and rose wines to make your holiday season sparkle.

Sequoia Grove Napa Valley Chardonnay 2022 - Cater to the discerning palate of your Chardonnay connoisseur with this sophisticated offering from Sequoia Grove. Hand-harvested and aged sur lie for 10 months in French oak, this Chardonnay strikes a beautiful balance between richness and freshness. Its flavors of tangerine, pear, and wet stone, coupled with a long, mineral finish, will impress even the most particular Chardonnay enthusiast.

Ceretto -Vignaioli di Santo Stefano Moscato d'Asti DOCG 2023 - Bruno and Marcello Ceretto, along with Giancarlo Scavino and five friends, founded I Vignaioli di Santo Stefano in 1976 to elevate Moscato d'Asti. Today, only the Ceretto and Scavino families continue the tradition, farming over 74 acres of Moscato and leasing the 37-acre San Maurizio Estate. This lively, aromatic 2023 Moscato d'Asti offers fragrances of peaches, apricots, and white flowers. The refined bubbles enhance the wine’s delicate aromas and flavors, with a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity. Low in alcohol, it’s ideal as an aperitif or dessert wine when served chilled.

2023 Frank Family Vineyards Carneros Chardonnay - Erupting with bright, fresh citrus notes, there is no better expression of Frank Family’s classic California style than their newly released, well-executed, stylistically true Carneros Chardonnay. Named after Founders, Rich and Leslie Frank’s eldest grandson, fruit for this wine was primarily sourced from the winery’s Lewis Vineyard in Carneros. This vineyard site consistently produces Frank Family Vineyards’ best fruit year after year–its shallow clay soils lead to wines offering vibrant fruit with elegant balance and mouthwatering acidity. 

2023 Trivento White Malbec - Crafted from estate-grown fruit from Uco Valley and Luján de Cuyo, harvest for the White Malbec begins very early in Argentina’s harvest season – during the last week of January – when veraison has only just finished. Gentle crushing with immediate destemming and pressing results in a crystalline white wine from what would be red grapes later in the ripening season. The 2023 Trivento Reserve White Malbec is fresh, tart and crisp on the palate.

Cleto Chiarli Rosé de Noir Brut Vino Spumante - Cleto Chiarli’s Brut de Noir Rosé holds unexpected ties to the olden days of Modena when vineyard workers would historically reach for pink, effervescent wine—made from the runoff of grapes that were stacked into carts for delivery to local wineries—to quench their thirst. The Cleto Chiarli family chose to reinterpret this beloved pastime with the Brut de Noir Rosé, a sparkling wine primarily made with Lambrusco Grasparossa grapes, the fuller-bodied counterpart to Lambrusco di Sorbara, and a hint of Pinot Nero. The sparkling rosé is produced in an autoclave and has Lambrusco Grasparossa to thank for its rosy hue, which develops from a short period of skin contact with the grape's signature inky color.

Good Clean Wine - Cozy Bundle - Tonight’s forecast: a fireside hang with good friends and clean wine. with one bottle each of our red blend, cabernet, and bubbly spumante may the evening be warm, joyful, and full of memories.

Bava Bass Tuba Moscato d'Asti - A sweet sparkling wine from the Asti region made only with Moscato Bianco grapes that opens with an off-gold color and ripe aromas of peach, honey, candied fruit and mango, which can be also paired with savory and spicy dishes, raw fish and Asian cuisine. Its low alcohol content makes it a delicious natural drink to be consumed nicely chilled on any occasion, and also as ingredient of refreshing cocktails. The Bava family estate extends in Monferrato and Langa, in Piedmont, with fifty hectares of vineyards and twenty hectares of natural fields and woods, cultivated with the same awareness, care and attention of the olden times resulting in a sustainable agriculture with a reduced environmental impact. 

Lagar Fornelos Lagar de Cervera Albariño 2023 - Bright and lively greenish-yellow color. It stands out for its perfectly defined varietal aroma from the Albariño grape, with notes of white fruit such as apple and pear, hints of ripe melon, and a citrus and floral background. In the mouth, the characteristic freshness and nerve so typical of the variety appear. A very broad and balanced wine, with good structure and a long, persistent finish. 

Valdo Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore - The Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG Brut, crafted by the Bolla family, showcases exceptional quality and passion. Made from 90% Glera and 10% Chardonnay grapes using the Martinotti-Charmat method, it undergoes fermentation at 16-18°C and ages for 5 months on lees in an autoclave. The result is a bold straw yellow Prosecco with a bouquet rich in bright floral notes and a fine, long-lasting perlage.

Brilla! Prosecco DOC - Brilla! Prosecco, with its shiny label and jewelry inspired bottle, is produced in the UNESCO hills of Veneto. This wine has a complex bouquet with fruity peach and green apple notes, accompanied by hints of acacia and lilac. It offers a fresh and light taste with balanced acidity and body, complemented by a persistent aftertaste. The delicate bubbles add to its pale, light yellow color.

ECR Vintners 2022 Rodgers Creek Chardonnay - “Chardonnay? No, I don’t like it.” Sound familiar? Many prefer crisp, stainless-steel Chardonnay over heavily oaked or creamy styles. The ECR Vintners 2022 Rodgers Creek Chardonnay is perfect for turning Chardonnay skeptics into fans – one sip at a time. This unoaked Chardonnay is light, bright, tart, high in acidity with refreshing notes of citrus, tart yellow apple, juicy papaya, grapefruit and a hint of minerality. Jokingly referred to as “every millennial woman’s favorite wine, she just doesn’t know it yet” – now you’re in the know.

French Blue Crémant de Bourdeaux Brut - Welcome the dazzling Crémant de Bordeaux, the sparkling star of French Blue! This bubbly beauty is crafted with care, giving you delicate, tiny bubbles that dance in your glass. It's pure magic in a bottle with a pale gold color and a scent-sational aroma of white flowers, sweet almonds, and a hint of wild strawberry. Take a sip and enjoy the fresh, lively acidity and creamy mousse, with a touch of brioche on the finish. Perfect for celebrations, brunches, or just because – this Crémant is ready to add sparkle to your life. Cheers to bubbly bliss and unforgettable moments!

French Blue Sauvignon Blanc - Say hello to French Blue Sauvignon Blanc, your new summer bestie! This wine is like a warm breeze on a cool summer night, with its pale yellow color and bright, citrusy aromas that make you want to stock up for every occasion. Hailing from the sunny hillsides in Bordeaux, these grapes soak up the sun to bring you a perfectly ripe and refreshing sipper. On the palate, it’s a flavor fiesta! First, you get those classic cool gooseberry and herbal notes, then a deeper dive into tropical flavors like kiwi, peach, and bright citrus. The long, crisp finish will have your taste buds begging for one more sip. This Sauvignon Blanc is all about bringing a little sunshine to your glass, perfect for beach days, picnics, or just relaxing with friends.

Girlan, Pinot Grigio Classico 2023 - Celebrating 100 years in 2023, Cantina Girlan is located among the Dolomites, a UNESCO Heritage. The historic producer's terroir-focused wines are admired for their specificity and original expression of the Alto Adige region (also known as South Tyrol). Located on the foothills of the Dolomites on the border of Italy and Austria, the Alpine terroir is ideal for growing world-class Burgundian varieties and whites such as Pinot Grigio and Sauvignon Blanc. Today, Girlan works with 200 winegrowing families who cultivate around 230 hectares of vineyards in the best sites of Oltradige and Bassa Atesina, each farming just over one-hectare plots, allowing for an incredible level of attention to viticulture. Focusing on the cru sites of Mazon, Pinzon, and Girlan, Cantina Girlan makes the most of this unique place; the winery doesn’t follow trends nor emulate wines of other regions. There is confidence in its winemaking rooted in the region, its complex history, and its favorable geography. This wine is a 100% Pinot Grigio sourced from vineyards ranging in elevation from 400 to 500 meters / 1315 to 1650 feet asl. Pinot Grigio vines grow on glacial moraines and volcanic soils. Grapes are hand harvested. The whole clusters are then pressed and fermented in stainless steel. They are then aged in stainless steel and aged for 6 months on the lees. This vivid Pinot Grigio offers a charming nose of mountain herbs, apples and pears. This is a juicy white revealing a compelling nose and a joyful palate.

Crémant de Bourdeaux, Brut Rosé - Meet our Crémant de Bordeaux Rosé, your new sparkling favorite! This bubbly delight boasts tiny, elegant bubbles that dance in your glass. With a stunning salmon pink color, it’s as pretty as it is tasty. Take in the aromas of fresh raspberries, red currants, and a hint of mint. Each sip offers a perfectly balanced, creamy mousse with just a touch of vanilla on the finish. Perfect for celebrations, brunches, or simply adding a bit of sparkle to your day. Cheers to bubbly bliss!