Valentine's Day: 2 lovely red wines to celebrate Lovers' Day

5 Perfect Red Wines for a Romantic Valentine's Dinner

Looking to gift a beautiful bottle of red wine for Valentine's Day? Here are five ideal wines to enhance your romantic dinner.

1) Saint-Amour Vieilles Vignes

Domaine des Chers, AOC Saint-Amour

No selection of red wines for Valentine’s Day would be complete without a Saint-Amour. This renowned appellation from the Beaujolais region, which even inspired a film by Benoît Délépine and Gustav Kerven, is famous for its tender, fruity, and floral wines. The Saint-Amour Vieilles Vignes from Domaine des Chers is a gourmand wine with red fruit aromas and subtle hints of cinnamon. Its ample and smooth palate makes it perfect for the aperitif. A great way to kick off Valentine's Day in style!

2) Terra Nostra

Domaine Chiroulet, IGP Côtes de Gascogne

We finish on a high note with a wine priced higher than the previous selections but definitely worth it: the Terra Nostra from Domaine Chiroulet. Vintage 2009, an exceptional year for the South-West vineyards, this red wine is both powerful and elegant. With aromas of black fruits and spicy notes, it’s ideal for pairing with game dishes like venison fillet or deer stew. A wonderful choice to elevate your Valentine's Day dinner…

FAQ - Wine for Valentine's Day

Which red wine should you give for Valentine's Day?

Go for a tender, fruity red like a Saint-Amour from Beaujolais, smooth and easy-drinking, ideal for the aperitif. For the rest of the meal, a bolder cuvée from the South-West, such as a Côtes de Gascogne, pairs well with a richer dish.

Why is Saint-Amour a perfect wine for lovers?

This Beaujolais appellation lives up to its name. Saint-Amour produces tender, fruity and floral wines, with red-fruit aromas and subtle hints of cinnamon. Its ample, smooth palate makes it a romantic red that is easy to share for two.

Which red wine pairs with a richer Valentine's dinner?

For a bold dish such as game, venison fillet or deer stew, choose a powerful yet elegant red. The Terra Nostra from Domaine Chiroulet, a Côtes de Gascogne with black-fruit aromas and spicy notes, holds its own against these plates.

What food and wine pairing works for a Valentine's dinner?

Serve a tender, fruity red for the aperitif, then a more structured red with the main course. The red fruit of a Saint-Amour opens the meal gently, while the black fruit and spice of a Côtes de Gascogne pair with meats and game.

Do you need an expensive wine for Valentine's Day?

Not necessarily. A gourmand Saint-Amour already makes a lovely impression, while a rarer cuvée such as a well-aged Côtes de Gascogne marks the occasion. Buying grower-direct, at estate prices, lets you offer a fine bottle with no middleman.