Best wine for a garden party
A garden party needs wine that works for a crowd. The range of food, the range of preferences, the outdoor setting, and the practical reality of serving wine to many people at once all point in the same direction: versatile, approachable, and correctly priced.
Rose
A dry rose is the single best garden party wine. It works with almost every food that gets served at a garden party -- salads, sandwiches, barbecue, cheese, light canapes. It looks appealing in a glass, drinks well across a range of temperatures, and is light enough to consume over several hours without becoming heavy.
Sparkling wine
Sparkling wine sets the tone for a party. A Cremant or a Cava at 12 to 18 pounds is the practical choice for a large group. English sparkling wine at 25 to 35 pounds is the premium option if the occasion warrants it.
Practical quantities
A bottle of wine fills roughly six standard glasses. For a two-hour party, plan for half a bottle per person. For a longer party or a group of wine drinkers, a bottle per person is safer. Buy more than you think you need.
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