There is something undeniably magical about a glass of pink wine… Whether it’s a pale coral still rosé, wine catching the golden afternoon sunlight, or a brilliant glass of magenta bubbles dancing in a crystal flute, pink wine is as much a visual feast as it is a sensory one. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and all the brave women we know, or who we’ve known… we’re turning our glasses to the “pink side” of wine country this month.
Napa Valley may be famous for its deep, moody Cabernets, but its winemakers are just as masterful at crafting elegant, blush-hued delights. From sun-drenched terraces overlooking rows of vines to historic stone chateaux, we’ve rounded up the dreamiest Napa Valley estates where the views are breathtaking, the aesthetics are picture-perfect, and the pink wines are the showstoppers. Put on something “Pink” and grab your shades—we’re sitting in the sunlight and drinking “pink” this month!
Here is a curated selection of premier Napa Valley wineries that produce exceptional pink-hued wines and sparkling rosés. A perfect roundup in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Throughout the rest of October, I’ll be highlighting different wineries on my social media pages, so stay tuned for more “Pink Pours”. Let’s fill your wine country palette with a variety of “pink colors” and head to one of these beautiful outdoor spaces where you can sip and to enjoy the warm fall sunlight for just a little bit longer…
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Domaine Carneros - Napa
The Palette Colors: Elegant Pale Coral and gilded Gold
The Vibe: Sitting on the grand terrace, this French-inspired hillside chateau makes you feel special, and the panoramic view of the rolling Carneros hills will make a beautiful backdrop for your photos.
The Pink Pour: Late Disgorged Brut Rose - notes of wild strawberry and toasted brioche; pair it with caviar and local cheeses.
Mumm Napa - Rutherford
The Palette Colors: Deep Magenta & Vineyard Greens
The Vibe: Relaxed but slightly upscale, the sun-dappled Terrace gets you up close and personal with their famous Rutherford vines. It’s a bright, breezy, and effortless photogenic outdoor tasting experience.
The Pink Pour: Their flagship Mumm Napa Brut rose is a crowd favorite, while the bolder Brut Reserve Rose brings a strikingly rich, deeper pink color to your glass. They add a splash of red Pinot Noir to create the vibrant pink color, and it’s bursting with bold red fruit flavors like ripe black cherry and juicy raspberry, finished with a smooth, creamy effervescence.
Insider Tip: They frequently run seasonal promotions on their roses. You can also browse their on-site gallery showcasing original Ansel Adams photography.
Chandon: Yountville
The Palette Colors: Brilliant Rose Pink
The Vibe: a trendy design-forward oasis that feels like a high-end garden party, especially if you reserve one of their private, outdoor cabanas… vibes that feel like mid-century in the South of France.
The Pink Pour: their iconic CHANDON Brut Rose is intensely fruit-forward and lively, with crisp sip pops that taste like watermelon, strawberry, and a touch of red cherry… that almost tastes like California sunshine.
Cause Connection: Chandon has a long history of supporting breast cancer causes, including hosting an annual “Pink Party” fundraiser that has raised thousands of dollars for local hospital cancer research.
Schramsberg Vineyards - Calistoga
The Palette Color: Brilliantly pink Raspberry
The Vibe: Traditional-method sparkling wine, driven by the flavorful Carneros Pinot Noir. Historic estate set back in a forest on a Calistoga hillside featuring 19th-century wine caves filled with aging sparkling bottles of wine.
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Frank Family Vineyards - Calistoga
The Palette Color: Soft Salmon
The Vibe: Historic Craftsman Charm and picture-perfect hospitality served in a pristine 1930’s craftsman home. To enjoy the fall sunshine, be sure to taste outside on the lawn under the shade of massive century-old elm trees for a nostalgic wine country aesthetic. Don’t forget to take your best shots here!
The Pink Pour: Their Leslie Rose is a breathing, delicate, still pink wine made from Pinot Noir; the aromas are of fresh rose petals, peach, and bright summer citrus that has a lovely smooth finish. They also serve a limited-production Sparkling Brut Rose.
Cause Connection: Frank Family pioneered the “Frank Drinks Pink” campaign specifically for National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, by donating a percentage of all sparkling rose sales directly to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
PEJU Winery - Rutherford
The Palette Color: Rich Ruby-Pink
The Vibe: Whimsical and dramatic, their estate centers around a striking 50-foot tower. Enjoy your wine while you wander through their manicured gardens, that are filled with fountains and majestic art sculptures.
The Pink Pour: Features a classic dry, crisp Rose, bursting with watermelon tones, as well as Province, a proprietary deep ruby pink blend, a rich fruit-forward alternative to standard white and red wines. Served chilled, it offers a rich, round explosion of sweet strawberry and wild berry notes that are entirely unique to the valley.
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Sutter Home Winery - St. Helena
The Pink Pour: The birthplace of White Zinfandel, the quintessential sweet wine that introduced millions of Americans to blush wine.
The Vibe: Iconic tasting room in St. Helena surrounded by a beautiful, fragrant rose garden; sip and wander through the flowers.
Cause Connection: Sutter Home is a massive advocate for early detection through its legendary “Sutter Home for Hope Initiative,” famously sealing millions of its pink wine bottles with bright pink ribbons and pink cords to fundraise for breast cancer treatment and research. They are currently celebrating their 25 Years of Hope. Follow them on Instagram for a chance to wine a $500 gift card, for those who stand with them!
If you’d like to read and learn about more wineries in the Napa Valley, please download a copy of my Napa Valley Wine Guide, The Sweet Spot-Napa Guide. You can also follow me on my Instagram page, The Sweet Spot-Napa.
Thank you…. xoxo, Laurie
This post is dedicated to all my brave and courageous friends who have battled breast cancer and won! And to the memory of a dear sweet friend, Stephanie Bell, whose bubbly personality was as effervescent as a glass of pink sparkling wine.
