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Rio Vista Red Wine and Chocolate Guide

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  • 4 min read

February is a month of indulgence and romance, and what better way to celebrate than by combining two of life’s greatest pleasures – red wine and chocolate. Whether you are a wine connoisseur or just a lover of sweets, combining these two rich and delicious treats is a wonderful way to celebrate the month of love. Here at Rio Vista Wines, we’ve put together a wine tasting and chocolate pairing… Keep Reading »Rio Vista Red Wine and Chocolate Guide

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Rio Vista Wines – New Year’s Wine Resolutions for 2023!

  • Wine & Food
  • 5 min read

The new year is always a great time to set intentions and plans for the year to come. Here at Rio Vista Wines, we think setting New Year’s Wine Resolutions is an especially great way to kick off 2023. Say YES to trying new things  When it comes to wine, we’re all guilty of sticking with what we “know” or what we’re already comfortable with, so we challenge you to… Keep Reading »Rio Vista Wines – New Year’s Wine Resolutions for 2023!

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The Perfect Rio Vista Wine for Everyone on Your Christmas List

  • Wine & Food
  • 5 min read

There are few gifts more unique and exciting than a specially selected bottle of wine to transport a friend or loved one back to that summer vacation at Lake Chelan. When you gift a bottle of Rio Vista wine, you’re gifting an experience – that first crisp taste of white while the summer heat radiates from above, the cool sensation of the water as you dip your toes into the… Keep Reading »The Perfect Rio Vista Wine for Everyone on Your Christmas List

Pouring red wine at a Thanksgiving dinner

Thanksgiving Pairings

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  • 4 min read

A honey-glazed turkey in the oven, spiced cider on the stove, your table so filled with food you’re not sure where your plates will go…there’s nothing quite like the sights and smells of Thanksgiving! Whether we’ve been a part of your Thanksgiving festivities since the beginning or you’re a brand-new addition to the family, we invite you to make Rio Vista Wines a guest at your table this year. Thanksgiving… Keep Reading »Thanksgiving Pairings

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How to Host a Wine Tasting at Home

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  • 3 min read

At Rio Vista Wines, we enjoy sipping regularly at our Cabin and River tasting rooms, but we also know that getting out to wine taste isn’t always easy with life and schedules. It can also be a fun change to be in the comfort of your own home, sipping the night away with your favorite people. A Variety of Varietals It’s more fun to wine taste when there are a… Keep Reading »How to Host a Wine Tasting at Home

Valentine’s wine tasting with heart decorations

Rio Vista Wines Month of Love Tasting Guide

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  • 3 min read

Love is in the air, and at Rio Vista Wines we’re celebrating all month long. Join us at either location, On the River or At the Cabin, with your sweetheart and enjoy a special tasting! The month will highlight a tasting that includes Bubbles on the Beach (our new sparkling wine), Cabernet Sauvignon, Tempranillo and Syrah. Plus, enjoy four delectable chocolate truffle infused with their pairing wine. Want a sneak… Keep Reading »Rio Vista Wines Month of Love Tasting Guide

Rio Vista estate wines lined up on a barrel top

Rio Vista Thanksgiving Pairings 2021

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  • 3 min read

Wine makes everything better, including Thanksgiving dinner! We’ve paired a few of our favorite selections of wine with holiday favorites so that you can serve the perfect combinations at dinner. Your guests will leave full, happy, and with a bottle of their new favorite wine! Sauvignon Blanc White meats typically pair best with white wines. This Sauvignon Blanc, however, has a lot more to offer to your perfectly cooked Turkey… Keep Reading »Rio Vista Thanksgiving Pairings 2021

Rio Vista red wines, including Loony Red and Pinot Noir

Pumpkin Pairings

It’s officially fall, and the grocery stores are overflowing with pumpkins! We’ve compiled a list of creative ways that you can pair pumpkin’s biggest season with your favorite Rio Vista wines. Savory or sweet, these food and wine combos taste too good to be true! Pumpkin Risotto + Chardonnay This luxuriously creamy Pumpkin Risotto includes hints of parmesan cheese, fresh basil and garlic. Perhaps the only ingredient missing from this… Keep Reading »Pumpkin Pairings

Tasting notes and glasses of red wine on a wooden table

Rio Vista Wines – How to Do a Vertical Wine Tasting

Have you ever wondered what difference a year really makes in a wine? Are you curious why a type of wine from one year tastes different from a previous year? Have you ever wondered how your favorite wine has evolved over time? If you answered yes to any of these questions, a vertical wine tasting is right up your alley. A vertical wine tasting compares a number of wines of… Keep Reading »Rio Vista Wines – How to Do a Vertical Wine Tasting

Couple toasting red wine in Adirondack chairs on the lawn

Mother’s Day Gift Guide

Mother’s Day is just around the corner – May 9th, to be exact. Sure, you could get your mother flowers and a nice set of earrings…again. But this year, why not go above and beyond for the woman who’s gone above and beyond to raise the awesome person you’ve become? Give her something out of the ordinary this Mother’s Day – something she’ll appreciate, enjoy, and most of all, something… Keep Reading »Mother’s Day Gift Guide