Ultimate Summer Bucket List: Wine Edition

I don’t know about you, but I’ve been seeing Summer Bucket Lists everywhere lately… and honestly? I’m here for it. But I had a thought: What if we gave the classic summer bucket list a Cork & Fizz twist?

Introducing the Summer Bucket List: Wine Edition — a fun, easy (and totally delicious) way to soak up the sunshine while sipping something fabulous with your favorite people. Check out the wine-themed adventures I’ve got planned below! (And if there’s something I forgot that must make the list!

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Randomly Invite a Friend Over on a Weeknight to Share a Bottle of Wine
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No planning. No fancy cheese board. No pressure.
Just a casual: “Hey, wanna come sit on the porch and sip some wine tonight?”

Let yourself live in the moment. Text the friend. Open the bottle. What usually follows? Laughter, connection, and the kind of conversation that reminds you why you love wine nights in the first place.

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Try 6 New-To-You Wines
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Your new favorite wine is out there — just waiting to be discovered. I know it’s easy to reach for your go-to bottle (guilty), but this summer, let’s shake things up. Not sure where to start? I’ve got you:

• Trader Joe’s Wine & Snack Pairing Guide
• 15 Wines Under $15 Guide 
• Or just message me and I’ll give you a rec based on what you already love!
  
  

BONUS:
Starting June 23, I’m launching my 4th Annual Summer Wine Challenge — where you can win prizes just for trying new wines. Stay tuned for all the juicy details!

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Visit a New Local Winery or Wine Bar

There’s nothing quite like discovering a hidden gem right in your backyard.

Whether it’s a cute wine bar down the street or a local winery you’ve been meaning to visit — go! Chat with the staff, ask for their favorite pour, and learn the story behind the label. You might walk away with a new favorite wine and a deeper appreciation for your local wine scene.
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If you're in the Seattle area, I’ve rounded up some of my favorites in this blog post and shared them in this Instagram reel!

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Host the Ultimate Garden Party Wine Tasting

Picture this:
A breezy sundress. String lights overhead. Glasses clinking. Friends laughing. Wine flowing.
Yes, you can absolutely host a magical wine tasting in your own backyard — and no, it doesn’t have to be stressful. I’ve made it easy with my Garden Party Wine Tasting Kit, which includes everything you need to pull off the perfect summer soirée (without breaking a sweat).
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Because when you look back on summer, these are the moments you’ll remember.

So, are you in? Let’s make this the most fun, flavorful, friendship-filled summer yet.

​Tell me — which one are you doing first? Or is there a wine-themed adventure I must add to the list? Let me know, I read every message! 💌

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