Hot days. Cool sips. Easy vibes.
July’s Case of the Month is all about wines you want to drink in the summer. We’re talking crisp whites, chillable reds, and rosés that sparkle (some literally, some just vibe-wise). These are the kinds of bottles that don’t ask for much—just a little shade and a glass.
We’re calling them Porch Wines—aka, wines made for good conversation, impromptu hangouts, and easy dinners that go from grill to table. Whether you're passing plates at a backyard barbecue or just catching a breeze on your stoop, this case is packed with versatile, refreshing picks to keep you company.
Here’s what to expect:
Aromatic whites that bring the brightness
Fruit-forward reds that are perfect for a warm day
Rosés that are as pretty in the glass as they are fun to talk about
Every bottle in this case is a low-lift, high-reward kind of wine. You can pair them with snacks, throw them in the cooler for a beach day, or pop one open while waiting for the burgers to flip.
12 bottles | $210
Wine Highlights
Rogue Vine 2024 Itata Valley Pipeño Blanco
The Itata Valley was once a thriving wine region dating back to the 1500s, but much of it was abandoned in the 19th century as winemaking shifted toward mass production. These small, hilly vineyards were hard to reach and not exactly high-yield—aka, not profitable.
Today, wine lovers are gravitating toward small-production wines made from old vines, crafted with minimal intervention. Enter: Rogue Vine. This producer is helping revive Itata’s historic vineyards with fresh, fruit-driven wines that truly reflect the land from which they come.
Their 2024 Pipeño Blanco is a prime example—made from a field blend of white grapes grown on untrellised, dry-farmed vines planted in the early 20th century. At just 12% alcohol, it’s bright, herbaceous, and waxy with notes of fruit, peat, and savory herbs. Unfiltered and low-intervention, this wine is meant to be enjoyed young, chilled, and often.
Peyrassol 2023 “La Croix” Méditerranée IGP rosé
This wine originates from one of the oldest continuously cultivated estates in France, dating back to the Iron Age. Located between the Mediterranean coast and the foothills of the Massif des Maures, this Provençal land has seen it all: from ancient settlers to the Knights Templar, who took over in 1204 and made the estate one of their many regional “commanderies.”
Fast forward to modern times: owner Philippe Austury, Peyrassol has built a global reputation for crisp, elegant rosé. And this “La Croix” bottling is their easy-drinking, crowd-pleasing entry point.
Made with fruit grown in rocky, sun-soaked soils and cooled by coastal breezes, this wine is dry, tart, and refreshing, with subtle notes of red berries, white stonefruit, and dried Mediterranean herbs.
Perfect for grilled veggies, beach picnics, or just being the best-prepared person at the pool party.
Osmote 2023 “This is Red” Pet Nat
This one is a naturally sparkling red wine made in the Finger Lakes of New York. Winemaker Ben Riccardi is part of a new wave of producers pushing boundaries with hybrid grapes—varieties created by crossing classic Vitis Vinifera (think: Cabernet, Chardonnay, etc.) with hardier native grapes. The result? Disease-resistant fruit that thrives in challenging climates, and wildly distinctive wines.
To make this one, Riccardi blends partially fermented red wine with unfermented Cabernet Franc juice, then bottles it under a crown cap to allow natural in-bottle fermentation to complete. This “methode ancestrale” approach traps bubbles created by the live yeast, giving us a red pet-nat that’s fizzy, plush, and totally unique.
Flavor-wise, expect dark bramble fruit, bright cherry notes, and earthy complexity—think savory tapenade, a touch of tobacco, and lots of energy. It’s the kind of wine that starts conversations and disappears quickly at backyard hangs.
