This Halloween season indulge in some spooktaculary good wines. Whether you’re staying in, hosting a scary movie marathon, or attending a Halloween bash, these wines are sure to take your festivities to new heights.
We have compiled a list of 20 spellbinding wines, with frightfully festive labels to stay on theme. So, grab a few bottles and invite your friends for a sip…. and maybe a spell or two.
Bewitched
Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley
An oaky, spicy wine with a seductive finish. Perfect for casting spells on breezy night under the stars. As they say, life is better with a little magic. Truett Hurst Winery in Dry Creek, Sonoma.
The Velvet Devil
Merlot, Charles Smith
True to its name, The Velvet Devil is sexy, bold and velvet-y smooth. Hauntingly good, full bodied with notes of black plum, layered fruit and a cedar finish.
Bone Dry Red
Cabernet Sauvignon, Elk Creek Vineyards
This cabernet is perfect for any Halloween party. As if the paranormal skeleton skull wasn’t enough reason, this wine is aged in tiny oak barrels to preserve its gentle balance of dark cherry, chocolate, red berries and hints of spice.
Unruly Dark
Red Blend, Unruly
The perfect red blend to pair with your peanut butter-chocolate pumpkin shaped candy (yes I’m talking about Reese’s). This dark, full-bodied California wine is bursting with chocolate mocha and blackberry flavors.
Ghostly White
Chardonnay, Elk Creek Vineyards
This chilling chardonnay appears as though it has a spirit just “dying” to get out. And with its crisp aromas and complex notes of citrus, apricot, melons and apples, we are definitely happy to set it free… into a glass.
Wicked Red Limited Edition
Red Blend, Hob Nob
Celebrate Dia De Los Muertos with this wickedly delicious wine. Offering a complex and intense nose with aromas of roasted coffee, mocha, toasted hazelnut and devilishly spicy notes, this rich wine is sure to invoke a visit from the other side. Make sure to leave a sip out for tu familia difunta.
Hallowine
Mulled Wine, Door Peninsula Winery
There is no need to choose between a glass of wine and a warm mug of hot apple cider with this delectable autumn themed wine. This sweet apple wine is heavily spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg. Serve this sweet mulled wine warm and in your favorite mug.
River of Skulls
Red Blend, Twisted Oak
The name itself sounds like a horror film centered around a dark forest that one can only escape by river, and the rivers only purpose to ensure no one makes it out alive. River of Skulls offers a silky texture, and a decadent balance of cherry, allspice and clove, finished deliciously dark and smoky aftertaste. A must have for your Halloween festivities.
Apothic Inferno
Red Blend, Apothic
They say the devil went down to Georgia, well we went down to his inferno and pulled is best bottle. This small batch wine, aged in whisky barrels, has an intense flavor profile – rich red and dark fruit flavors combined with maple and spice, somehow blend perfectly to create a great balance of fruit and smoke. A must try and easy on the pocketbook as well.
Ghost Pines
Chardonnay, Ghost Pines
Created with grapes from Napa, Sonoma and Monterey, Ghost Pines is hauntingly delicious. Buttery with deep layered touches of vanilla, pear, baked apple and lemon cream, this magical potion will leave you wanting more.
Phantom Chardonnay
Chardonnay, Bogle
Even Ichabod Crane can appreciate the Sleepy Hallow look of this label. And, with its caramel apple pie, vanilla al a mode ice cream flavor, so will your guest.
Pumpkin Wine
Fruit Wine, Three Lakes
Instead of carving a Halloween pumpkin this year, try drinking one instead. Three Lakes Winery makes this semi-sweet wine using only pie pumpkins. Smooth and Chardonnay-like, it has become so popular that the Wisconsin winery sells it year-round.
Witching Hour Red Blend
Red Blend, Witching Hour
If a medium-bodied red blend is your potion of choice, then you’ll want to snag a bottle of this enchanted wine to drink while your watching your favorite witches. Hocus pocus, we need wine to focus.
King Coal Cab Syrah
Cabernet Sauvignon, Charles Smith
Perfect to serve at any Halloween bash. The bottle art definitely fits the bill of spooky, and its notes of black cherry, red currants, dried flowers and earthy sand notes will leave the guest feeling like a royal, but deadly king. All hail King Coal.
Fangria Sangria
Red Blend, Vampire Vineyards
Sangria isn’t only for summer fiestas. This red wine and fruit-laden version from the Spanish label Fangria works as a refreshing Vampire inspired beverage.
The Walking Dead Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon, The Last Wine Company
Don’t let this wine catch you unaware. Just like the popular TV show, this wine has a bold, sharp bite. Flavors of dark black fruit pool on the palate, giving way to notes of mocha and spice. Sip and be changed forever.
Witches Brew
Red Blend, Leelanau Cellars
This festive wine is an aromatic celebration of traditional spices. Fruit-forward this drink is perfect for fall and winter. Featuring a blend of strawberry, grape and plum this distinctive red blend can be served right out of the cauldron. (Warmed)
Vampire Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir, Vampire Vineyards
Dracula’s favorite wine… with touches of raspberry and dark cherry, this wine is perfect for dark autumn days. Pour a glass, put your feet up and watch the sky, the bats fly at dusk.
Sinister Hand Rhone Red Blend
Red Blend, Owen Roe
This hand is overflowing with touches of berries, fig, and chocolate. Even the Adam’s family finds this wickedly delicious. This gorgeous red will make you wish you had your own ‘Thing T. Thing’ to bring you another bottle.
7 Deadly Zins
Zinfandel, Lodi Olo Vine
A sinful blend indeed. Zinfandel fans will love this 7 Deadly Zins wine with its sinfully delicious aroma of molasses, raspberry jam, and cinnamon toast. Medium-bodied, guiltless sin, perfect for Halloween night.
