Make Father’s Day unforgettable with wine pairings that hit harder than Dad jokes.
Father’s Day is around the corner, and if your dad’s anything like ours, he’s already eyeing up the grill. Whether he’s a “flip it once” purist or a slow-smoked rib whisperer, we’ve got wine pairings that will make his barbecue the stuff of legend.
Here are three BBQ Dad classics—and the wines that love them back:
1. The Rib King
What he’s grilling: Smoky, sticky pork ribs. Use Canadian Maple syrup for that sticky sauce! What to pour: Zinfandel or Shiraz These bold reds bring the heat, with juicy blackberry fruit, a touch of spice, and just enough structure to stand up to that finger-lickin' sauce.Try our 6-week premium Shiraz or California Zinfandel. Bonus: these wines age beautifully, just like Dad’s sense of humour.
2. The Burger Boss
What he’s grilling: Bison burgers loaded with all the fixings What to pour: Cabernet Sauvignon or Malbec You need a wine that can hold its own with cheddar, bacon, and pickles. Cue Malbec’s juicy plum and pepper, or Cabernet’s firm grip and blackcurrant swagger.Our 4-week Premium Malbec is a top pick for burger night—easy-drinking and ready fast.
3. The Chicken Champ
What he’s grilling: Herb-marinated chicken thighs or classic beer chicken. Pro tip: Dump the beer and add chardonnay in the can with some poultry herbs instead. What to pour: Chardonnay or Rosé Go white or go pink. A lightly oaked Chardonnay plays well with grilled herbs, while a crisp dry Rosé brings out the juiciness in the meat.Make it with Dad: Our Grenache Rosé is summer in a bottle. Bonus points for chillin' it while chillin'.
The Real Pairing: Time Together
Sure, wine is great. But what’s even better? Making wine with Dad.
Give him a gift card this Father’s Day and you’re not just handing him a present—you’re handing him an experience. Book a batch together, design a cheeky custom label (“Glad You’re My Dad” anyone?), and bottle up the memories.