How to Build a Wine Lifestyle at Home
Creating a wine lifestyle at home isn’t just about having a few bottles tucked away for special occasions. It’s about embracing the elegance, culture, and joy that wine can bring into everyday moments. Whether you’re a seasoned oenophile or just starting to explore the world of wine, building a wine-centric lifestyle in the comfort of your home is a beautiful way to elevate your routine.
At GEN 7 Wines, we believe that wine is more than a beverage. It’s a celebration of heritage, flavor, and unforgettable experiences. Our microproduced wines, rich with seven generations of tradition, are crafted to bring Napa Valley excellence straight to your doorstep. Here’s how you can build a wine lifestyle at home with GEN 7 Wines as your guide.
Stock a Thoughtfully Curated Wine Selection
Begin by assembling a small, versatile wine collection to match various moods, meals, and occasions. Choose wines that reflect your taste but also invite exploration.
For Sparkling Occasions: The GEN 7 ART Series Contortionist Sparkling Rosé is an effervescent delight that adds elegance to any celebration. Its notes of strawberry and raspberry bring a crisp, refreshing energy to your glass.
For Everyday Sipping: Reach for our 2022 ART Series The Seductress Chardonnay. Its rich, seductive texture and layers of tropical fruit make it perfect for slow evenings and relaxed dinners.
For Red Wine Lovers: The 2020 Pinot Noir Premium Reserve offers a silky, medium-bodied profile with red berries and gentle spice; an ideal pairing for everything from mushroom risottos to casual charcuterie.
By building a collection that balances reds, whites, rosés, and sparkling options, you ensure every day has a wine-worthy moment.
Design a Stylish At-Home Wine Corner
Creating a designated space for wine, no matter how big or small,helps reinforce the lifestyle. Think of a corner bar, a wine rack display, or a temperature-controlled mini cellar.
Display your GEN 7 Wines front and center. Our labels are designed with artistry and elegance, complementing your interior while sparking conversation. Add in elegant stemware, a corkscrew, decanter, and wine journal for a complete setup. And for an extra luxe touch, include a framed family photo from a special wine night. After all, GEN 7 is about generations, legacy, and connection.
Pair Wine with Food and Music
A wine lifestyle is not just about the pour, it’s about the pairing. Wine is meant to be savored with meals and melodies that awaken your senses.
Dinner with Zest: Serve the Vaché “1832” 2016 Zinfandel Premium Reserve with grilled lamb, porterhouse, or BBQ short ribs. Its ripe blackberry and baking spice aromas provide a bold yet smooth finish that sings alongside hearty dishes.
Sweet & Light Pairings: Our 2019 Muscat Blanc Reserve is a dream with lemon meringue pie, goat cheese, or a fresh fruit platter. Its golden pineapple and white peach notes lend themselves beautifully to spring and summer settings.
Set the tone with a playlist—jazz, classical, or acoustic guitar—and let the mood take over.
Join a Wine Club (Like Ours!)
One of the easiest ways to build a wine lifestyle is through curated delivery, and the GEN 7 Wine Club makes that effortless and luxurious.
When you join, you’ll receive premium microproduced wines selected by our vintner, delivered right to your door. Choose from Reds and Whites or Reds Only, and gain exclusive access to:
Member-only wines and vintages
Discounts on every purchase
A waived tasting fee at our Napa Tasting Room
Priority access to events and experiences
The GEN 7 Wine Club brings Napa to your doorstep and elevates the everyday into something truly extraordinary.
Celebrate the Seasons with Wine
Let wine mark the moments, big and small, as the seasons change.
Spring: Sip the Contortionist Sparkling Rosé with brunch under the blossoms.
Summer: Chill with the 2009 Viognier from Temecula Valley—a rare gem with floral notes that’s ideal for garden picnics and fresh seafood.
Fall: Cozy up with the Vaché 2023 Pinot Noir and a harvest cheese board.
Winter: Toast by the fire with our rich 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Vintner’s Reserve, a bold wine layered with dark fruit and chocolate tones.
With GEN 7, every season becomes a reason to celebrate.
Host Wine Nights at Home
Invite friends and family over for blind tastings, food pairings, or just a relaxed evening of sipping and sharing stories. Incorporate a wine flight with several GEN 7 Wines, complete with tasting notes and food matches.
Add a vegan charcuterie board (we offer these at our tasting room with 48-hour notice!) or go traditional with fine cheeses, cured meats, and fresh bread.
Wine is meant to be shared, and it becomes more meaningful when tied to memory and connection.
Learn, Savor, Repeat
Building a wine lifestyle also means being a lifelong learner. Read wine blogs, attend virtual tastings, and don’t be afraid to try something new.
Follow the GEN 7 blog for helpful guides, from pairing pizza with wine to understanding wine labels, and grow your knowledge while deepening your appreciation for this time-honored craft.
Final Pour: GEN 7 Makes It Easy
Building a wine lifestyle at home is about elevating the everyday. It’s about marking moments with meaningful pours and surrounding yourself with wines that reflect both excellence and heart. At GEN 7 Wines, we’ve spent seven generations perfecting our craft so you can enjoy Napa’s finest no matter where you live.
Whether you’re pouring our Sparkling Rosé at brunch, uncorking our Zinfandel with a steak dinner, or hosting a Saturday night tasting with friends, GEN 7 Wines is your perfect companion.
Join the GEN 7 Wine Club today or shop our collection online, because good life deserves great wine.
