Spring Date Ideas

Spring has sprung, and romance is in the air. From picnics to scenic strolls, we’ve gathered a list of spring date ideas that will make you forget all about the annoying allergies that come with spring. These dates are a refreshing way to say our goodbyes to winter and welcome this new season. Cheers! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ PICNIC UNDER THE STARS The bubbles in your glass will match the sparkling stars in the sky on this romantic spring date. Bring a basket full of hors d'oeuvres, a comfortable blanket, and a bottle of dry Champagne . It will be as if your love was written in the stars. A ROMANTIC ROWBOAT RIDE Ariel and Prince Eric had the right idea: a romantic evening wading in a rowboat around a beautiful blue lagoon. While it ultimately ended in capsizing for them, your date will be successful if you keep the boat afloat and have a bottle of sweet Riesling to share. SPRING CABIN GETAWAY What better way to embrace the fresh season than by connecting with nature. Whisk your date away for a romantic weekend of relaxation in a beautiful woodland cabin. Pack movies, games, and a bottle of Red Bordeaux to round out this spring getaway. BOTANICAL GARDEN VISIT We can’t write a post about spring without a flower reference. Embrace the blooming flora by taking your date to a botanical garden! Literally stop and smell the roses. After getting in touch with your green thumb, you can enjoy a nice glass of fruity Chardonnay . SEE A DRIVE IN MOVIE Grab your popcorn, your favorite candy of choice, and a nice glass of Oregon Pinot Noir . From a heart stopping thriller to a cheesy romantic comedy, this wine will pair well with any movie genre. TAKE A WALK ON THE BEACH Walk hand in hand along the sandy beach. Maybe you’re walking into the sunset or you're busy collecting seashells. Whatever the case, grab a glass of Provence Rosé to sip on while listening to the sound of waves crashing against the shore. VISIT A VINEYARD Whether you travel to a new vineyard or stick to a local winery, nothing can beat a tasting overlooking a beautiful vineyard. A romantic date paired with your wines of choice!

Laurent-Perrier

Grand Siècle Grande Cuvée Champagne Blend 1812

James Webb

9.4

Hello beautiful! I really enjoyed this wine because it absolutely follows house style - great acid, lemon core with the vintages bring brioche and some subtle spice. Palette full and balanced and, as promised, in a great drinking window. Lovely wine. — 4 years ago

Shay, Velma and 4 others liked this

Pierre Gimonnet & Fils

Special Club Grands Terroirs de Chardonnay Champagne 2012

Lyn Farmer

9.3

Very dry and almost rustic in it's Chardonnay character. Apple, lemon, creme fraiche on the nose. On the palate, dusty lemon. Dry with high acid, medium bodied. Toast, bread, apple, chalk and flint. Long finish High quality
A joy to taste — 4 years ago

Alex, Ceccherini and 1 other liked this

Domaine Drouhin

Dundee Hills Pinot Noir

Sipping Fine Wine

9.1

Established in 1987, DD Oregon is owned by famed Burgundy producer, Maison Joseph Drouhin. Hand-crafted by fourth generation winemaker, Veronique Drouhin-Boss. Ruby with fruit and sweet floral scents, very French in style. On the palate cherry and blueberry with pepper and earthy notes. Young but integrated tannins, well defined, elegant with underlying richness, long finish.
— 4 years ago

Velma, Dawn and 7 others liked this

Fritz Haag

Brauneberger Juffer Spätlese Riesling 2015

Conrad Green

9.1

Very pretty nose. Sweet with some petrol notes, honeysuckle. On the palate poised and pretty. Sweet. Young but very balanced. — 4 years ago

Ira, Robert and 8 others liked this

Aubert

Eastside Russian River Valley Chardonnay 2017

Allison Lyzenga

9.3

Medium lemon-green; medium plus intensity aromas of lemon curd, white peach, pineapple custard, organic earth, funk; dry, medium acid, medium alcohol, medium plus body, medium plus intensity flavors of lemon curd, underripe stone fruit, funk, organic earth, pineapple custard; long finish, concentrated flavors, complex fruit and creamy texture, outstanding — 4 years ago

Paul, Severn and 5 others liked this

Château Palmer

Margaux Red Bordeaux Blend 1999

Ron R

9.6

The man, the myth... his cellar was stormed. This Palmer was opened for 90 mins, and it presents like it was just bottled. Beautiful detail of toasted oak on the nose. Palate shows rich, extracted black fruits, with bold tannins. Bowled over with how this showed today. — 4 years ago

with Andrew and Rick

Ron, James and 57 others liked this

Norman Gennaro

Great wine, nice looking glass and I really like that sweatshirt! Great look.

Eric

Excellent!

Château Margaux

Margaux Red Bordeaux Blend 1983

Jerry Raphael

9.2

These old wines need time to open and tasting it as soon as opened it seemed very flat and not much going on. After decanting and sitting around for a few hours it opened up and was still getting better as I fought to get the last bit at a dinner party, very rude guests who drank it all, just sayin. Had a great nose with some flowers, mushrooms, some earth and something sweet going on. A bit rich and had very nice long finish. Excellent wine. — 4 years ago

with Barbara and Matt

Matt, Severn and 7 others liked this

Matt Konopka

Guess I was one of those rude guests. Thanks for Sharing these

Dusky Goose

Rambouillet Vineyard Pinot Noir 2013

Jeff Orlowski

9.5

Smoky, earthy nose. Medium body, smooth with mild tannins, dry. Blackberries, black cherries, blueberries. Spectacular. — 4 years ago

with Michael and Joe

Michael, Joe and 4 others liked this

Joe Roth

Great pull, Jeff.

Domaine E.A.R.L. George

Montmains "Les Butteaux" Chablis 1er Cru Chardonnay 2015

Daniel M

9.1

Very mineral nose : oyster shell, chalk, crushed rocks, hay. Lemony notes after a while,. The palate is georgous and very well balanced : a strong acid backbone with tangy fruity lemon notes all around. Some grip but some roundness on the edges, a long and delicate fruity finish. This is everything I like in a chablis 1er cru. Splendid — 4 years ago

Severn, Ron and 8 others liked this