Embrace the sunshine and the hot weather, with the perfect accompaniment: a glass of refreshing wine. From crisp whites to luscious rosés and vibrant reds, the world of wine offers many options to complement the season’s joyful moments. We’ve gathered the top six summer wines that will elevate your sunny days and warm evenings. Whether you’re relaxing by the pool, hosting a backyard barbecue, or simply toasting life’s pleasures, these summer sips are sure to enchant your palate and make your summertime experiences all the more memorable

Here are the wines you need to try this summer:

LYV Rosé

Not only an eye-catching bottle but the juice delivers! Hailing from the South of France the final wine is created by a Master of Wine and made with Grenache, Syrah and Cinsault. Get creative in your cocktail and sangria recipes, serve on ice or enjoy as a perfect dining pairing. Ideal with watermelon and cucumber salad, cedar plank salmon, stuffed pork tenderloin, BBQ’d shrimp and so much more! Reuse the bottle as decor, whether a vase or olive oil bottle – use your imagination.

Louis Bouillot Perle d’Aurore Brut Rosé Crémant de Bourgogne

Pop the bubbles all summer long. Head to Bourgogne, France for some of the best value traditionally made champagne alternatives. This Bruty Rosé has been on my ‘fav’ list for as long as I can remember and after a trip to Burgundy this past June, I’ve fallen even harder for it! Ideal as an aperitif, or fantastic with so many afternoon get-togethers! Pair the colour of this wine with anything ‘pink’ and have some fun, maybe even bust out your sabre to show off!

Arniston Bay Sauvignon Blanc

Arniston Bay Sauvignon Blanc is new to LCBO and is a wine that helps to save the endangered African Penguins. Made by a father and son duo, Arniston Bay Winery is located at the southern tip of South Africa offering a cool coastal influence on the final wine. Intensely aromatic, this wine has a truly gorgeous bouquet. Swoon and savour this wine with freshly shucked oysters, fresh seafood or cheese board.

Belle Glos Clark & Telephone Pinot Noir 2019

Made by 5th Generation Winemaker Joe Wagner, Belle Glos Pinot Noir is from California’s Santa Maria Valley. Santa Maria is the Central Coast’s first officially approved American Viticultural Area (AVA). Grape growing in the Valley can be traced back to the early Mexican Colonial period in the 1800s. The vineyards and wineries in the region were featured prominently in the hit movie Sideways. Easier to open than most wax seal wines, the custom tab makes it easy to open and also allows the wine to age and has a lower oxygen transfer rate than a cork or screw cap. Created to honour Joe Wagner’s Grandmother Lorna ‘Belle Gloss’ Wagner – co-founder of Caymus Vineyards and an avid lover of Pinot Noir the red wax seal is dedicated to the red lipstick colour she wore every day.

San Pedro 1865 Selected Vineyards Carmenère 2020/2021

San Pedro is Chile’s most awarded and sustainable winery. Made by winemaker Andrea Calderon, 1865 Selected Vineyards Carmenere is lovable wine that embodies the best of Carmenere. Once a lost grape and rediscovered in 1994, Carmenere is now Chile’s signature grape. A sibling to merlot, with soft tannins, fruit-forward aromas and a kiss of oak (it spends 12 months in oak barrels) this is a fantastic summer wine to show off to friends and colleagues.

Peter Lehmann The Barossan Shiraz 2020

Peter Lehmann is often referred to as the man who saved Barossa Valley. His reputation is legendary throughout Australia’s winemaking history and he was an icon of the Barossa, a true champion for the people. Today, Peter Lehmann Wines is one of the most established family-owned wineries in the region with the first vintage made in 1980. The Barossa region in South Australia is home to some of the greatest Shiraz vines in the world. An award-winning and iconic wine region, this area is known for elegant, classy and delicious Shiraz wines. Arguably Australia’s most renowned wine region there is a constant commitment to excellence and is home to some of the oldest vines in the world. Warm days and cool nights craft perfectly balanced wines that are coveted by red wine enthusiasts around the world. This bottle is a unique Shiraz wine made with grapes from 14 Barossa sub-regions. Matured in French and American Oak for 15 months. Full-bodied and plushy with lots to love; a classic and gorgeous wine designed to sip and share with friends.

Angela Aiello

As a respected and award-winning writer, educator, host and hospitality maven Angela has been in wine for close to 20 years and has travelled to over 14 countries to learn about wine. She started and sold the largest wine club in Canada and also owned a wine school for over 7 years. Dedicated to her craft she now writes about her travels, interviews trade experts and makes wine fascinating on her show called ‘The Juice’ She is the regular wine host on CTV Your Morning and CHCH TV Morning Live and is always looking to learn more about wine, food and travel. To learn more visit her website and subscribe to her Super Taster Newsletter. Angela, and/or Stamina Group, may have been compensated by some of the brands or gifted products for tasting prior to being featured; or may be compensated for any purchases made through some of the links included.