Recipes & Pairings

It just wouldn’t be summer without sinking your teeth into a consummately ripe, succulent slice of watermelon. It’s sweet and sumptuous, dripping with life’s simple delights. Now, imagine biting into it and also tasting the lush savories of feta cheese, finished with a smooth balsamic glaze. Talk about a Menage a Trois!

In honor of National Watermelon Day, we’ve got a flawless recipe to experiment threely. The best part is it requires very little prep, which is sure to maximize your mingling pleasure. This Mediterranean inspired hors d’oeuvres travels by way of toothpick, so you can effortlessly share with all of your friends. Once you’ve got everything perfectly placed, serve it with our crisp California White and let your mouth water.

Ingredients:
– 2 cups cubed watermelon
– 1 (10-ounce) package Feta cheese, cut into cubes balsamic glaze

Instructions:
1. Assemble watermelon feta appetizer bites by layering a cube of watermelon, then feta cheese, and then topping it with another cube of watermelon onto a cocktail skewer or toothpick.
2. If making ahead of time, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until about 15-25 minutes before serving.
3. Just before serving, drizzle with balsamic glaze.