Is Halloween wine really a thing? I'm not sure. I just know I'm going to take any excuse I can get to drink some wine. And if I'm going to drink wine on Halloween, it should come from a spooky bottle. That's just common sense, right?
So where to begin?
STEP ONE: We scoured the 1,978 other articles on Halloween wine that are currently on the internet.
STEP TWO: We pared the list down to wines that actually look drinkable. Halloween wine shouldn't taste like Halloween candy.
STEP THREE: We tried to focus in on the California wineries. We love wine, but we really really love California wine.
STEP FOUR: We dressed up in our costumes and drank some wine. It's good to know the costumes fit before the big night arrives.
Now you can benefit from our exhaustive research. We even gave you handy links if you want to stock up before the holiday arrives. Just like candy, it's best to get your wine while there is still plenty of it. Who wants to be the house giving out the popcorn because the only thing left at the store was circus peanuts?
Are you looking for a great wine gift for Halloween? Check out this awesome wine club from NakedWines.com. (We strongly believe in giving Halloween gifts!)
Our Top Halloween Wine (And Spirits) Choices
Spritz and Giggles
First off, there is a freaking human skull with octopus arms coming out of it. What could be more terrifying? Maybe spider legs? Anyway, we are excited to lead off our list with some bubbles. Halloween is meant for partying and bubbles make any gathering a party, right?
Tasting Notes: Pear, cut apples and light spice on the nose. Some citrus mixed with apple and pear on the palate.
Dead Nuts Red
Funny name, but this is a serious wine. This red wine got a 91 from the wine enthusiast and is a must for your Halloween wine list. This is a Zin-based blend and if California can do anything, it can produce some top-notch Zinfandel.
Winemakers Notes: The added spice of the Tempranillo compliments the white pepper of the Zin. Aromas of sweet cherries, honeycomb, and briar come bursting through the glass. At first sip loads of strawberries, blackberries, and cherry pie sweep across the palate with medium tannins and zesty freshness!
Freak Show
There is no time like Halloween to get ur freak on. This super affordable and highly acclaimed wine is another can't miss wine for your Halloween shindig. Hailing from Lodi, the ultra-hot (and we aren't just talking about temperature) California wine region. This is perfect to pair with Blood Sausage or rare steak. That's what you serve at Halloween parties of course.
Wine Enthusiast's Notes: "This wine is a bold but well-mannered blockbuster that serves generous helpings of dark color, spicy aromas, concentrated flavors, and a luxurious dry texture. It needs full-flavored, rich food to accompany it, and will deliver a lot of pleasure under those circumstances. Best to drink now through 2020. Editor's Choice"
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Gran Agave Ghost Edition Reposado Tequila
We are going to veer away from wine for a second because any memorable Halloween party must include spirits (pun intended). This Reposado Tequila is guaranteed to deliver your guests to the other side. And it comes in this adorable limited edition ghost bottle. What could be more fun when celebrating the undead?
This isn't just a gimmick. The good stuff inside is aged for six months in oak and delivers flavors of cinnamon and honey.
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Skull
I don't think this needs much of an explanation. Skulls are cool and they are even cooler on Halloween. A bottle of this wine on your Halloween party table will make it clear you're putting in some effort.
Tasting Notes: This crowd-pleasing white blend from Monte Rio has a little bit of everything in it. The blend is made from 24% French Colombard, 20% Sauvignon Blanc, 20% Chardonnay, 18% Clairette, 18% Riesling. This skilled winemaker has made a final product that is even better than the sum of its parts and should make a wide range of party-goers happy.
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Stoke's Ghost Petite Sirah
Petite Sirah isn't at the top of everyone's wine list, but it really should be. This inky black wine offers flavors of blueberry, chocolate, plums, and black pepper. It's a great wine to enjoy with the best chocolates you find in your Halloween basket. This ghostly version is guaranteed to please the ghouls and goblins at your Halloween party.
Winemaker Notes: Inky and dark, this Petite Sirah is brimming with black cherries, blackberries, and cassis flavors. Violet notes and hints of white pepper enchant while intense, jammy fruit stains the teeth. Stokes’ Ghost is full-bodied with balanced tannins and a finish that lingers on the palate. This rich, deep wine is just what the doctor ordered.
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Von Buhl Pfalz Bone Dry Rose 2021
It's always nice to have a Rose on hand. Many of you will celebrate Halloween in a warm climate, so it's still rose season. For those of us in the cold, you are still allowed to drink rose whenever you feel like it. Don't be tricked by the wine snobs. This is an anytime treat.
The Von Buhl Pfalz Bone Dry Rose features a creepy skull that is perfect for your Halloween party wine list. The winemaker describes this Pinot Noir based rose wine as pleasantly sweet with lots of red berry aromas.
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Did You Order Your Halloween Wine
So there you have it. Halloween wine that you will actually want to drink. Remember, Halloween isn't for kids anymore. This is just another excuse to get some good friends together and have fun. Host a wine tasting stand in front of your house on Halloween night. We promise your neighbors will love you!
Drag a cart full of Halloween wine behind your group of trick or treaters. This is one of the best ways ever to meet your neighbors. We promise your Halloween wine will be the highlight of the night.
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