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striped tank | chambray skirt | navy straw hat | straw tote | similar bandana | similar neutral sandals | c/o blush stone earrings | cable ring
Happy Friday everyone! We are just hours from the weekend and with the gorgeous spring/summer we’re experiencing, lots of time outdoors! Especially in the evenings when temperatures are a little cooler and the humidity has lowered {yes that is already a thing here in the South}.
Joshua and I have found that evenings are our favorite time to be outdoors during the summer months. After our back deck received a little update, we have spent a lot of evenings dining out there. On our recent trip to the Cataloochee Ranch we experienced the most beautiful weather and wanted to spend every second we could outdoors. Also, to soak up the tranquility of the ranch and the beauty that surrounded us. Our first evening, we decided to set up a picnic in the valley right next to a small pond. The scene was beautiful! We laid out our quilt, pulled out a couple of sweet treats, and Ava Grace Rosé and Ava Grace Pinot Grigio.
Both of these wines have recently been launched and are perfect for enjoying during the warmer months and outdoors!
The rosé, a personal favorite of mine, is fruity, floral, and delicate. Making it a great pairing for light summer dishes or sweet treats. Which is exactly the route Joshua and I went! We both have a large sweet tooth and enjoy drinking a great glass of wine with our desserts. We opted for chocolate chip shortbread cookies during our picnic at the ranch. Which honestly, was a great pairing!
The Pinot Grigio is vibrant with hints of citrus and pear. Another perfect wine to enjoy outdoors with some of your favorite summer meals. If you’re hosting an outdoor BBQ or cookout with delicious skewers, this Pinot Grigio would be a delicious pairing!
striped tank | chambray skirt | navy straw hat | straw tote | similar bandana | similar neutral sandals | c/o blush stone earrings | cable ring
While sipping our rosé and Pinot Grigio in the valley at Cataloochee Ranch, we found ourselves in an exquisite life moment. Amazed by the beauty that surrounded us and getting the opportunity to celebrate our time together. All while enjoying the exceptional quality and taste of the Ava Grace wine’s. Life is all about those little pleasures!
It was one of those moments we’ll always cherish. So if you’re headed on a vacation soon or want to plan a sweet evening with your significant other plan a picnic. Grab a bottle or two of Ava Grace Rosé or Pinot Grigio, some of your favorite snacks, a quilt, and enjoy some quality time outdoors together! With Ava Grace your little life moments will be special celebration, while receiving grace in every glass! Just as ours was during our picnic on the ranch.
To find where to buy Ava Grace Vineyards wine near you, you can find their store locator here.
That picnic looks nice. I love the outfit you wore, it’s such a cute spring outfit.
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It was wonderful! And thank you gal 🙂 one of my new favorite combos. Couldn’t recommend the hat or tank more – obsessed with both.
xo Laura Leigh
A glass (or two) of Rose is perfect this time of the year! Your picnic looked amazing. You just inspired me to have a sunset picnic!
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I completely agree with you Rach! And thank you gal 🙂 you will absolutely love having one.
xo Laura Leigh
How fun! I’ll have to try that rose, it looks amazing!
XOXO
Cathy
Thanks gal! Yes, you totally need to!
xo Laura Leigh
Just looked up where they sell in Charlotte and it looks like I can get it at pretty much any Harris Teeter!! Coop and I try new wines every Friday so I know what I’ll be picking up tonight 🙂
-Morgan
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Yes girl, so available, which is great! You’ll definitely need to. Especially the Pinto Grigio – I bet Cooper would like that one.
xo Laura Leigh
Love me a glass of rose! And your outfit is so darn cute!
Oh girl, me too! Thank you lots!
xo Laura Leigh
You are looking so beautiful in this picnic outfit! I love your denim skirt and overall French countryside vibe here. 🙂
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Aw thank you so much Natali! I so appreciate that gal.
xo Laura Leigh
Nice pics and outfit…
Love your picnic photos
so stylish ♥
Ann
Thank you gal!
xo Laura Leigh
This is my ideal day date! So fun and relaxing!
Really is the best date night! And a great one to keep you in your budget!
xo Laura Leigh
Looks like the perfect picnic! Can never go wrong with a glass of wine & a yummy treat. LOVE this whole look as well. It’s so crazy how it’s already humid, not fun at all!
xo, Lydia
Thank you gal! Oh I totally agree. Give me wine, a sweet treat, and my husband – I’m one happy girl! I truly cannot believe how the temperatures have changed over the last week. So crazy!
xo Laura Leigh
Well first of all – I sure do love these photos! That picnic looks so fun and relaxing. Your outfit is also gorgeous and I think the skirt needs to be in my life right away! Secondly – the wine sounds amazing! Now I’m craving a refreshing glass of rosé, that’s for sure!
Aw thank you Stephanie! You 100% need this skirt in your life, I agree. The wine is SO good! I’m a big fan of both of the wines – especially the Pinot Grigio – think that has actually turned into my favorite out of the two.
xo Laura Leigh
Rose is my favorite,the picnic looked great!
Xoxo
Sarah Lindner
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It is the best! Thank you gal!
xo Laura Leigh
This looks amazing!! First off, I love me some rosé and second, I LOVE picnics!! Such a great idea for summer!
Thank you Ashley! We had a great time with it for sure. You’ll definitely have to set up a picnic sometime soon.
xo Laura Leigh
How sweet. Hope you had a great time!
Thanks gal! We definitely did!
xo Laura Leigh
What a fun spot! This set up is the cutest and so is your outfit!
It really was the perfect spot for a picnic! Aw, thank you gal!
xo Laura Leigh
Looks like the perfect picnic! Loving that navy hat!
xo Jessica
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Thanks Jessica! You need the hat for sure.
xo Laura Leigh