{"title":"Gabriel's Staff Picks","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e'Somm-er Pairings'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eSummer is here, which means it’s time to slow down and prep some of our favorite meals to share. My go-to summer salad is watermelon and feta salad, made with watermelon, feta cheese, cucumber, basil, mint, a drizzle of lemon juice, and balsamic vinegar. I’ll pair this with a fun, refreshing rosé. For grilling, I’ll go with taouk skewers: chunks of chicken breast marinated in plain Greek yogurt with minced garlic, paprika, tomato sauce, black pepper, and lemon juice. This goes well with a balanced white wine that won’t clash with the spices. And it can’t be summer without ice cream for dessert! I’m keeping it classic with chocolate and vanilla ice cream, paired with a sweet vermouth or dessert wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca style=\"display: inline-block; background-color: #bf311a; color: #ffffff; text-decoration: none; padding: 6px 12px; font-size: 16px; font-weight: normal; border-radius: 0; transition: background-color 0.3s ease;\" href=\"https:\/\/shop.theraleighwineshop.com\/pages\/staff-picks\"\u003e ← Back to all staff picks \u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca style=\"display: inline-block; background-color: #bf311a; color: #ffffff; text-decoration: none; padding: 6px 12px; font-size: 16px; font-weight: normal; border-radius: 0; transition: background-color 0.3s ease;\" href=\"https:\/\/shop.theraleighwineshop.com\/collections\/wine\"\u003e Go to all wines \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  a:hover[href*=\"theraleighwin*]()\n\u003c\/style\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cocchi-vermouth","title":"Cocchi Vermouth di Torino","description":"\u003ch5\u003eRegion: Torino, Italy\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\nDating back to 1891, this Moscato based Vermouth is still the original recipe, focusing on spicy botanicals like cocoa, citrus, and rhubarb. More spice than bitter on the palate and perfectly balanced in its sweetness, this Vermouth shines as a mixer and is delicious on the rocks.\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eRecipe: Juan Martinez\u003cbr\u003e1.5oz Cocchi Vermouth\u003cbr\u003e1.5oz Reposado Tequila\u003cbr\u003eDash of Luxardo liqueur\u003cbr\u003eDash of Crude 'Sycophant' Bitters\u003cbr\u003eStirred, strained, served in a chilled martini glass\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"A-Vin-Garde","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38112685523133,"sku":"00455","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0509\/7131\/2317\/products\/Cocchi_Vermouth_di_Torino.jpg?v=1643477607"},{"product_id":"chateau-trinquevedel-tavel-rose-2020","title":"Château Trinquevedel Tavel Rosé 2025","description":"\u003ch5\u003eregion: tavel, southern rhone, rhone valley, france\u003cbr\u003egrape(s): grenache, cinsault, clairette, syrah, mourvedre, bourboulenc\u003cbr\u003efarming: certified sustainable, practicing organic\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLying on the right bank of the Southern Rhone, Tavel’s vineyards date back to the Ancient Greeks and 5th Century B.C. Thanks to Louis XIV’s praises of Tavel’s delicious and memorable rosé, the region gained notoriety and eventually became one the rare appellations exclusively dedicated to rosé.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eTrinquevedel’s Grenache based blend is deep ruby pink in color due to prolonged skin contact. Dry and loaded with aromas of \u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003estrawberry\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003erhubarb\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and a \u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003ehint of citrus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, the robust palate finishes elegantly with a lingering minerality. This is a unique rosé to be drank on any occassion \u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003ethroughout the year\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003epairing: osso-bucco\u003c\/h5\u003e","brand":"Tryon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45428597489895,"sku":"01212","price":26.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0509\/7131\/2317\/files\/Trinquevedel_Tavel_2023.jpg?v=1715271994"},{"product_id":"vostini-klasnic-skrlet-2022","title":"Vostinic-Klasnic Skrlet 2025","description":"\u003ch5\u003eregion: Moslavina, Croatian Uplands, Continental Croatia, Croatia\u003cbr\u003eGrape(s): Skrlet\u003cbr\u003ewinemaker: tomislav vostinic\u003cbr\u003eFarming: practicing organic\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eregion: Moslavina, Croatian Uplands, Continental Croatia, Croatia\u003cbr\u003eGrape(s): Skrlet\u003cbr\u003ewinemaker: tomislav vostinic\u003cbr\u003eFarming: practicing organic\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter decades of enduring world wars and a communist regime, Croatia became an autonomous country in the early 1990s. Because of its tumultuous history, Croatian wines were not available here in the US until the past few decades. Although this is a relatively young nation state, their winemaking traditions go back thousands of years with just over 100 indigenous grape varieties. This wine is made of the ancient grape Škrlet (shkir-let) and is produced by Voštinić-Klasnić - a winery founded in 1936 - that is home to some of the oldest Škrlet vines in existence. Enticing aromas of \u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003epineapple\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003etropical flowers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e introduce a crisp, \u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003erefreshing \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003epalate boasting flavors of \u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003ewhite peach\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and juicy \u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003emango\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Just like Summer in a glass!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003epairing: hawaiian pizza\u003c\/h5\u003e","brand":"Rise Over Run","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46927796437223,"sku":"10960","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0509\/7131\/2317\/files\/Vostinic_Klasnic_Skrlet_2022.jpg?v=1686673303"},{"product_id":"schlosskellerei-gobelsburg-cistercien-rose-2023","title":"Schlosskellerei Gobelsburg 'Cistercien' Rosé 2025","description":"\u003ch5\u003eREGION: KAMPTAL, AUSTRIA\u003cbr\u003eGRAPE(S): ZWEIGELT, ST. LAURENT, \u0026amp; PINOT NOIR\u003cbr\u003eDRINKS BEST: NOW\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gobelsburg Rosé, reflects the esteemed heritage of one of Austria’s oldest wineries. Established in 1171, Gobelsburg boasts a rich history of winemaking excellence. Situated in the picturesque Danube valley, its vineyards flourish on slopes and terraces, benefiting from chilly but optimal conditions. Journey through history as this Rosé embodies the estate’s dedication to quality, with charming elegance, vibrant aromas, and a \u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003erefreshing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e palate. It offers a bright yet delicate bouquet of red fruits; \u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003ecrushed strawberries\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, cherries, and \u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eviolets\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. While the profound acidity adds a delightful\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003e zest\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, that is sure to please.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003ePairings: Philadelphia Sushi Roll\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e","brand":"A-Vin-Garde","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49232934076647,"sku":"05640","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0509\/7131\/2317\/files\/Gobelsburg.jpg?v=1750806801"}],"url":"https:\/\/shop.theraleighwineshop.com\/collections\/gabriels-staff-picks.oembed","provider":"The Raleigh Wine Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}