Backyard bangers

Big personalities for any summer hang session, These wines all share the same philosophy: high acid, fresh fruit, low fuss, and plenty of personality. Whether you're grilling burgers, smoking ribs, or sharing a picnic with friends, they're the kinds of bottles that disappear before the sun goes down.

We hope you deeply enjoy these special wines.

Cheers,
The Halfseas Team

Tua Tua Sauvignon Blanc 2024 (1L)

Grape: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Marlborough, New Zealand
Retail: $24

Tua Tua is a Marlborough, New Zealand brand created to champion small, principled winegrowers who farm sustainably and practice minimal-intervention winemaking. Their mission is to elevate soulful wines with authentic stories, connecting people through wines that are expressive, approachable, and rooted in place. Marlborough's sunny days, cool Pacific nights, and free-draining alluvial soils create Sauvignon Blanc with explosive aromatics, vibrant acidity, and remarkable freshness.

The long growing season allows flavors to develop while preserving the crisp energy the region is famous for. Fresh, bright, and endlessly refreshing, this is the bottle you'll wish you had more of—which is exactly why it comes in a liter. Perfect for passing around the picnic table while something delicious sizzles on the grill.

The name Tua Tua comes from a legendary New Zealand seashell said to symbolize good fortune, harmony, hope, and our connection to nature. Like the shell itself, the wines are meant to bring people together and celebrate life's simple pleasures.

Try it with: Grilled corn with herb butter & grilled shrimp skewers

Château d'Oupia Minervois Rosé 2025

Grapes: Syrah, Cinsault, Grenache
Region: Minervois, Languedoc, France
Retail: $24

Owned by the Iché family since the 1800s, Château d'Oupia is considered one of the pioneers of quality Minervois. Winemaker Marie-Pierre Iché farms organically and is known for crafting soulful wines that overdeliver. Rocky limestone soils and abundant Mediterranean sunshine create ripe fruit balanced by fresh acidity and savory herbs. Dry, refreshing, and packed with Mediterranean character—it practically begs for sunshine and a grill.

Try it with: Watermelon, feta, and mint salad

Castilla de Mendoza "Chirimendo" Tempranillo 2024

Grape: 100% Tempranillo
Region: Rioja, Spain
Retail: $24

The Mendoza family has farmed vineyards in Rioja for generations. "Chirimendo" is their playful, youthful expression of Tempranillo, emphasizing fresh fruit over oak while showcasing organically farmed vineyards. Clay-limestone soils and warm days create juicy red fruit while cool evenings preserve freshness and lift. Light enough to throw in the cooler, juicy enough for burgers, and affordable enough to open another bottle.

Try it with: Smash burgers with caramelized onions

Buil & Giné "Nosis" Rueda 2023 (6-bottle club exclusive)

Grape: 100% Verdejo
Region: Rueda, Spain
Retail: $20

Known for their acclaimed Priorat wines, the Buil & Giné family also crafts this lively Verdejo in nearby Rueda. "Nosis" means "knowledge," reflecting their passion for expressing Spain's classic wine regions through approachable, everyday wines. High-elevation vineyards with sandy and gravelly soils produce intensely aromatic wines with refreshing acidity despite Spain's hot climate. Bright citrus, herbs, and mouthwatering acidity make it the ultimate hot-weather porch wine.

Try it with: Fish tacos with avocado crema

Gota Dão Tinto "Prunus Private Selection" 2022 (6-bottle club exclusive)

Grapes: Primarily Jaen (Mencía), Tinta Roriz (Tempranillo), Touriga Nacional & Alfrocheiro
Region: Dão, Portugal
Retail: $25

Gota ("drop" in Portuguese) is the project of Natalia Jessa, who partners with talented local winemakers across Portugal—including Oregon's John House in Dão—to showcase indigenous grape varieties, sustainable vineyards, and authentic regional wines. Their motto: "Drink it, don't overthink it." Granite soils and mountain elevations produce reds with vibrant acidity, floral aromatics, and remarkable freshness. Juicy enough for burgers, structured enough for steaks, and versatile enough to pair with just about anything coming off the grill.

Try it with: Grilled tri-tip with chimichurri

Lini 910 "Labrusca" Rosso (6-bottle club exclusive)

Grapes: 85% Lambrusco Salamino, 15% Ancellotta
Region: Emilia-Romagna, Italy
Retail: $25

Founded in 1910, Lini 910 is one of Emilia-Romagna's benchmark Lambrusco producers. The fourth- generation family helped redefine Lambrusco as a serious, dry sparkling wine worthy of the dinner table rather than the supermarket shelf. Alluvial soils and the warm Po Valley climate create vibrant fruit, lively acidity, and naturally refreshing bubbles. Cold, fizzy, and wildly food-friendly. Lambrusco might be the greatest BBQ wine you've never considered—its acidity and bubbles cut through smoky, rich grilled foods with ease.

Try it with: Bratwurst with grilled peppers & onions

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REMINDERS

• As always, our food suggestions are just starting points. Wine is nostalgic and we’re big fans of making what you like, drinking what you like, and not giving a damn if they “go” together.

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