Renown wine critic Michael Broadbent once said: “Drinking good wine with good food in good company is one of life’s most civilized pleasures.” He had a point. There's no need to wait for a special occasion to open that "good wine" — all you need are good food and good company. That's the idea behind Open That Bottle Night. 

Celebrated on the last Saturday of February each year, Open That Bottle Night was created by husband-and-wife wine writing team of Dorothy J. Gaiter and John Brecher (the duo behind the Wall Street Journal's "Tastings" column for nearly 10 years) to encourage people to take time out to connect with each other over a great bottle. 

Celebrate by finding a bottle you’ve been saving, or drop by Wine & Spirits on Saturday night to check out some of our top shelf selections. You’ll find some of our favorites below. Invite those closest to you over for a cozy dinner, great drinks, and new memories. Looking for a way to make the moment last? Pick up a Coravin Wine Preservation system. Starting at just $100, these gadgets can extend the life of your wine for weeks, even months, making them a wine-lovers dream. 

B. Stuyvesant Champagne Blanc de Blancs NV

Made up of 100% Chardonnay, this bubbly is a blend of 2-3 different harvests, which is then cellar aged for 24 months. In the glass, the wine is pale golden in color with green highlights. Elegant white flowers, fresh hazelnut, and fruit tantalize the nose, while the palate is plush and fresh. Perfect for any occasion or celebration, or paired with grilled sea bass, lemon chicken, and shellfish. 

Pares Balta 'Radix' Syrah Rosé 2021

For those who seek distinction beyond the classics, Radix redefines rosé. This exceptional single-varietal sipper from one of our favorite wineries, Pares Balta, captivates from the first sip with its striking personality. Delicately floral with remarkable elegance, Radix delivers a perfectly balanced structure that embodies "a rosé with the soul of a red." The palate unfolds with luscious strawberry notes complemented by subtle rose petals and intriguing complexity. Try it with fish, light meats, appetizers, and more. 

Day Wines Tears of Vulcan 2022

Occhipinti Il Frappato Terre Siciliane 2023

Arianna Occhipinti fell in love with winemaking in her uncle’s cellar. He was the owner of COS, one of Sicily’s most famous wineries, and her inspiration to study oenology and jump right into her own production. Years later, her wines have garnered international acclaim from critics and consumers alike. This organic and biodynamic Frappato is no exception. Harvested from 40-year-old vines in Vittoria and vinified with wild yeast, this red reveals notes of wild red berries, dusty stones, and apricot skin. Nervy and bold, it’s also effortless in the glass -- smooth and easy to drink with a range of foods including roasted acorn squash, farrotto, skirt steak and white meats.

Sine Qua Non Distenta III White Wine 2021

An extraordinary blend of 33% Chardonnay, 27% Viognier, 24% Gelber Muskateller, 12% Roussanne, and the rest Petit Manseng, this white wine from Sine Qua Non showcases their dedication to producing exemplary wines. With a goal of striving “to understand Mother Nature’s often oblique ways and (re)act accordingly so that we may create wines that express all that Nature has so generously given us,” this wine reflects that in every sip. Aged in 53% new oak and kept on the lees for roughly 23 months, this full-bodied white wine offers delicious aromas of stone fruits, toasted brioche, citrus zest, slight florals, and hints of baking spice. While the palate is rich and creamy, with notes of peach, apricot, lemon, and roasted almond with a long, mineral-driven finish. This wine is fantastic shared with loved ones alongside creamy pastas, seafood dishes, or roasted poultry.