Best Wines for Sangria

Best Wines for Sangria

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You don't want oaky wines in sangria; you want wines that offer fresh fruit, crisp acids and some nice floral notes.

Doesn't have to be expensive, but shouldn't be too cheap either.

Red Wines for Sangria

  • Shiraz
  • Zinfandel
  • Rioja reds
  • Merlot
  • Cabernet Sauvignon

It is not necessary to use an expensive bottle of wine.

Spanish rosé Washington Gewürztraminer

cabernet, a good match with strawberries, raspberries and grand marnier

White Wines for Sangria

  • Rioja Spanish wine
  • Light riesling
  • Asti Spumanti (good with peaches and ginger ale)