{"id":28277,"date":"2023-06-27T11:28:06","date_gmt":"2023-06-27T15:28:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gervasivineyard.com\/?p=28277"},"modified":"2025-07-24T15:42:24","modified_gmt":"2025-07-24T19:42:24","slug":"celebrate-summer-in-ohio-with-ohio-summer-wines","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gervasivineyard.com\/celebrate-summer-in-ohio-with-ohio-summer-wines\/","title":{"rendered":"Celebrate Summer in Ohio with Ohio Summer Wines"},"content":{"rendered":"

June is Ohio Wine Month where people from all over the state celebrate the start of summer with their favorite wines. Ohio\u2019s wine-making reportedly started in the 1850s and wineries across the state produce wines such as Riesling, Pinot Grigio, Ice Wine and other favorites.\u00a0 Ohio is in the top ten list of wine production states across the U.S.<\/p>\n

Gervasi Vineyard Resort & Spa (GV)<\/a> is well known throughout the area and Ohio for offering several award-winning wines that are perfect to help celebrate summer on your patio or on theirs (The Piazza)<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Eric Rabin, Operations Manager for The Cave<\/a> at GV offers several suggestions for reds and whites that have a perfect body or are filled with summer fruit deliciousness to enjoy during the summer months.<\/p>\n

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\u201cFor a red wine, I suggest Serenata<\/a>, a Malbec with its tart black cherry flavors and hints of anise and clove,\u201d Eric said. \u201cEven though it is deep ruby in color, it has a medium body, which makes it a great choice for the warmer months.\u00a0 I also suggest Truscano, a Sangiovese<\/a>, for a red as well. It has red fruit flavors and a nice amount of oak on the nose.<\/p>\n

\u201cFor whites, I suggest Passione<\/a>, which is one of our Family Reserve wines. With a light sweetness and flavors of orange blossom, lemon zest, honey, and melon, this is a perfect white for a warm summer day. If you like a dry white, I suggest Fioretto<\/a>, our Sauvignon Blanc. Lemongrass, apple, and lime permeate this flavorful wine that can really beat the summer heat.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Cave is all about the wine at Gervasi and guests can stop in for tastings<\/a> of a variety of wines that would be perfect to serve during the warmer summer months or anytime throughout the year.<\/p>\n

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Pairing Wines with Summertime
\n<\/strong>One of the many aspects of wine drinking that wine enthusiasts enjoy is pairing wines with a variety of meals, including grilled foods during the summer. Eric said GV has the perfect selection of reds and whites for you and your guests when serving dinner with everyone\u2019s favorite grilled delectables.<\/p>\n

Eric said, \u201cFor grilling, I suggest wines that can stand up to the stronger flavors that come with a grilled steak, seafood, or vegetables. Romanza<\/a>, a Ros\u00e9, can do this very well, and won\u2019t lose its delicate flavors of strawberry, red raspberry, and red cherry. For a red, I like Nebbiolo<\/a>. A red wine that is lighter in color but has a rich, deep fruit flavor and earthiness, this wine can compete with food items right off the grill.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Outstanding Ohio Wines
\n<\/strong>With so many states across the U.S. offering wineries with their own special brand of wines, what makes Ohio wines stand out from the rest? Eric offered a few suggestions as to why Ohio wines are an exceptional choice for the wine enthusiast but can be challenging for the winemakers including:<\/p>\n