Fruity Burgundy Sangria

by Dorothy Reinhold on February 16, 2014


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Happy 50th birthday to Gallo Family Vineyards Hearty Burgundy, the red-blend wine that ushered Americans into their love of wine in the 1960s and 1970s.

Around our family, a 50th birthday is celebrated with a very special gift. So Gallo, I got this for you! (It also comes with a pair of cheapie reading glasses and box of prunes, because that’s how we roll.)

AARP-Membership-Card for Gallo Hearty Burgundy \ www.ShockinglyDelicious.com

By the time you reach age 50, you have some miles under your belt. You’re seasoned, wiser and you know what you like.

Happy 50th Birthday Gallo Hearty Burgundy \ www.ShockinglyDelicious.comIn the case of Hearty Burgundy, that wisdom includes the winemaker understanding that a blend of Zinfandel, Tempranillo, Syrah, Petite Verdot, Grenache and Cabernet Sauvignon will make for a complex, full-flavored wine that is rich, hinting of plums and berries, almost jammy yet not sweet, and perfectly suited to pair with Italian meat sauce (last night’s dinner, in fact!), even grilled sausage or spicy chili.

I remember drinking it as one of the first wines I tried while in college. It was approachable, wallet-friendly, from my own California wine country, and most of all, delicious. It was as comfortable as a vivacious party wine as it was with dinner.

It goes with burgers, with steak, with my beloved roasted chicken thighs, is a perfect counterpoint to a rich potato side dish, and even complements the chocolate cake for dessert.

In other words, Hearty Burgundy can stand up to lots of things, including some fruity and flavorful additions that, when thrown together, take it to a new plane – sangria!

Fruity Burgundy Sangria | www.ShockinglyDelicious.comCheers to you, Hearty Burgundy. And here’s to the next 50 years!

Recipe: Fruity Burgundy Sangria

Summary: A refreshing wine punch starts with classic Gallo Hearty Burgundy and includes seasonal fruit — perfect with anything casual that begs to be eaten in the back yard.

Ingredients

  • 1 bottle (1.5L) Gallo Family Vineyards Hearty Burgundy red wine
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1/2 cup vanilla-flavored syrup (I used Heilala Vanilla Syrup)
  • 1/2 cup brandy (optional)
  • 1 orange, thinly sliced in half moons, or use tangerine segments
  • 1/2 lime, thinly sliced in half moons

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a large pitcher and stir to combine. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving (better if you do it for several hours!), to meld flavors.
  2. To serve, pour into ice cube-filled red wine glasses, making sure to put slices of orange and lime, and other seasonal fruit, in each glass.
  3. Makes 10 servings.

Variations

  • You may also put in whatever other seasonal fruit you have around, such as fresh berries, peach slices, a fresh mango spear or fresh cut pineapple chunks. Today I used strawberries and blackberries. Let the seasons guide you.
  • To make it even lighter, mix with some sparkling water in each glass at serving time

Preparation time: 10 minutes
Diet type: Vegetarian
Number of servings (yield): 10
Culinary tradition: Spanish
My rating 5 stars:  ★★★★★

 

Disclosure: Compensation was provided by Gallo Family Vineyards via Sunday Supper, LLC. The opinions expressed here are those of the author, and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of Gallo Family Vineyards.Happy Birthday Gallo Hearty Burgundy \ www.ShockinglyDelicious.com

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Betsy @ Desserts Required February 16, 2014 at 5:23 pm

Cheers to you is right! Can’t wait to try this sangria!!

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Dorothy Reinhold February 16, 2014 at 7:43 pm

Betsy,
Clinking glasses with you!

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Shaina February 16, 2014 at 1:42 pm

Thanks for letting me know what exactly is in this blend, ha, I was wondering!

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Sarah | Curious Cuisiniere February 16, 2014 at 1:13 pm

I can not express how excited I am to try this sangria! It sounds delicious!

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Dorothy Reinhold February 16, 2014 at 1:49 pm

Sarah,
I think you are going to love it!

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The Ninja Baker February 16, 2014 at 12:56 pm

Superstar post, Dorothy. Your photos are fantabulously fun and clever! Love the AARP card, too. Plus your understanding of wine truly shines through. Bravo!

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Dorothy Reinhold February 16, 2014 at 1:50 pm

Kim/Ninja,
Thank you! That is so nice to hear!

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Jeanne @JollyTomato February 16, 2014 at 11:03 am

Love sangria! I feel kind of guilty talking about our sunny beautiful weather here in SoCal when our other friends around the country are buried in snow, but…today is the perfect summer-y day to enjoy some fruit-filled sangria! : )

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Dorothy Reinhold February 16, 2014 at 1:51 pm

Jeanne,
I agree with you. I almost don’t want to mention that while the rest of the country has the polar vortex, we are having the solar vortex!

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Lori @ Foxes Love Lemons February 16, 2014 at 10:53 am

Oh my gosh, I can’t believe you made Hearty Burgundy an AARP card. I love it. I’ve probably mentioned this before, but I have a sangria party every summer. This year, I am for sure using Hearty Burgundy!

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Dorothy Reinhold February 16, 2014 at 1:51 pm

Lori,
EVERYONE needs an AARP card when they turn 50!

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Bea February 16, 2014 at 8:34 am

Sangria? Yes, please and Hearty Burgundy must be great in it. Perfection!!!

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Dorothy Reinhold February 16, 2014 at 1:52 pm

Bea,
Yes please to me too! I’m clinking your glass!

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FoodieArmyWife February 16, 2014 at 8:29 am

Mmmmm…I LOVE Sangria! This one must be fantastically rich.

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Dorothy Reinhold February 16, 2014 at 1:53 pm

FoodieArmy/Conni,
It is very complex flavored. You must try it!

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Anne @ Webicurean February 16, 2014 at 8:26 am

I’m thirsty–is it too early from some of this sangria?!

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Dorothy Reinhold February 16, 2014 at 1:53 pm

Anne,
Nah…let’s call it a brunch day!

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Courtney @ Neighborfood February 16, 2014 at 8:08 am

Sangria is one of my favorite drinks and I’m sure with the burgundy it’s fabulous. Also, the AARP card was genius!

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Dorothy Reinhold February 16, 2014 at 1:53 pm

Courtney,
Thanks!

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Susan February 16, 2014 at 7:40 am

This is adorable Dorothy! I love that AARP card you made and of course a delicious looking sangria.

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Dorothy Reinhold February 16, 2014 at 1:54 pm

Susan,
Thanks!

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Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers February 16, 2014 at 7:35 am

I love it and what a cute post! The cake looks delish too!! Oh and the sangria, my favorite! Love it!

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Dorothy Reinhold February 16, 2014 at 1:54 pm

Jennifer,
Cake, candles, a little funny present and some wine…what could be better on a birthday?

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Jennie @themessybakerblog February 16, 2014 at 7:07 am

Love the AARP card! This sangria looks fabulous.

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Dorothy Reinhold February 16, 2014 at 1:54 pm

Jennie,
Thanks!

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Cindys Recipes and Writings February 16, 2014 at 6:58 am

This is a great tribute, Dorothy. I’ll keep your Sangria in mind come summertime!

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Dorothy Reinhold February 16, 2014 at 1:55 pm

Cindy,
Oh yes, a perfect springy-summery drink. It’s hot here now, so we can drink it now, as well, but I know it is cold where you live.

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Renee - Kudos Kitchen February 16, 2014 at 6:29 am

Is it wrong to want a glass of this at 8:30 in the morning? LOL I also love the photo of the cake and the candles. Very festive for such a wonderful occasion!

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Dorothy Reinhold February 16, 2014 at 1:56 pm

Renee,
Thanks! And no, it isn’t wrong. Let’s call it brunch!

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Liz February 16, 2014 at 5:02 am

Such a cute post, Dorothy! And your sangria looks amazing!!!

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Dorothy Reinhold February 16, 2014 at 6:17 am

Thanks Liz!

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Alice // Hip Foodie Mom February 16, 2014 at 4:56 am

what a great idea to make sangria! I love it! Here’s to Hearty Burgundy! cheers!

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Dorothy Reinhold February 16, 2014 at 6:17 am

Alice,
Clink clink to you!

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Family Foodie February 16, 2014 at 4:46 am

I love Sangria and I can’t wait to try your version. What wonderful pictures!! You sure know how to celebrate — hoping you will go all out for my Birthday.

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Dorothy Reinhold February 16, 2014 at 6:18 am

Isabel/FamilyFoodie,
I hereby declare the official drink of your birthday is Fruity Burgundy Sangria!

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Marjory @ Dinner-Mom February 16, 2014 at 3:50 am

What a lovely sangria! I can’t wait to try this at my next party!

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Dorothy Reinhold February 16, 2014 at 6:19 am

Marjory,
It’s a great party drink because you make it ahead and can leave it in the pitcher and people serve themselves.

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Renee February 16, 2014 at 3:13 am

I love the special gift – how fun! And what a lovely beverage for celebrations.

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Dorothy Reinhold February 16, 2014 at 6:19 am

Renee,
The special gift also comes with a box of prunes!

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