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Sweet Summer Sangria Sipper
Prep Time - 15 minutes | Time To Make - 5 minutes
Looking for an easy summer sangria that’s fruit-forward, refreshing, and perfect for entertaining? This Sweet Summer Sangria Sipper combines fresh citrus, berries, and tropical pineapple with a smooth red wine base for a vibrant, crowd-pleasing cocktail that comes together in minutes. Made with Wente Family Vineyards Southern Hills Cabernet Sauvignon, it layers fresh fruit and natural sweetness for a balanced sangria that’s bright, juicy, and ideal for warm-weather gatherings.
Ingredients
1 bottle Wente Family Vineyards Southern Hills Cabernet Sauvignon
1 lemon, sliced
1 cup blackberries
1/4 cup raspberry purée
1/2 cup cherry halves
1 cup fresh pineapple juice
1/4 cup honey
1 can sparkling water
Ice, for chilling
Instructions
1
Add lemon slices, blackberries, raspberries, cherries, pineapple juice, and honey to a large pitcher.
2
Pour in the Cabernet Sauvignon and stir until fully combined.
3
Chill over ice until cold. Just before serving, top with sparkling water for a light, refreshing finish.
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Wine Pairing: Southern Hills Cabernet Sauvignon
This sangria works beautifully because the Cabernet provides a bold, fruit-forward base that balances the natural sweetness from honey, berries, and pineapple. Southern Hills Cabernet Sauvignon adds structure and dark fruit depth, giving the cocktail richness without overpowering its fresh, citrus-driven profile.
As it chills with fresh fruit, the wine softens and becomes more integrated, creating a vibrant, refreshing sip that feels light, juicy, and perfect for summer entertaining.
Whether you’re serving it at a backyard gathering or a casual afternoon get-together, this sangria delivers easy, crowd-pleasing flavor with minimal effort.