Wine as self-care? Well, why the heck not? With all this talk of sheet masks, meditation mantras and coloring books created just for stressed out adults, we’re thinking about all the inventive ways Paso Robles wine can fit into our favorite wind-down activities. If you’re feeling more fatigued than ever these days, you’re not alone. Here’s 5 rejuvenating self care activities made all the better with the addition of Paso Robles Wine. We promise, you’ll be seeing the glass half full in no time!
1. Tie Dye and Chill with Dubost
No, tie dye’s not just for the hippies (or tots) anymore. Whether you’re a total flower child or a kid of the 90s, you’ll appreciate all the modern, chic tie dye applications available for at home fun. This upscale kit uses all natural turmeric powder to achieve swirls of groovy marigold. Whether you choose to makeover your plain white sheets—or that boring old t-shirt—you’ll find this craft as easy as it is transformative. Relax into a creative and carefree zone with a glass of Dubost 2017 Syrah. Aged for 18 months in 50% new oak, this beautiful blend consists of three different syrah lots grown in three different Paso Robles vineyards. It’s bold, velvety—and if you happen to spill a little on your project—just chalk it up to artistic expression.
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2. Zoom through the Pages with Hoyt Family Vineyards
Take a look, it’s in a book! It’s been decades since we all enjoyed an episode of “Reading Rainbow,” but that doesn’t mean we should fall into a Netflix hole. The old fashioned act of reading—whether by e-reader or physical page—is all-encompassing, allowing our brains to take a much needed rest (and, perhaps, a riveting trip to a mysterious and exotic place). Need some accountability to help you crack a few extra tomes? Form a regular Zoom book group, allowing friends and family to take a much-needed trip into that fairytale world together. Of course, your summer reading list is incomplete without something stellar to sip on: Hoyt Family Vineyards’ Tasting in a Box is a stimulating mix of five choice wines spanning white to red. Enjoy the samples virtually alongside the guidance of a winery rep, or encourage your book club to grab their own tasters and compare and contrast your ideas via Zoom. Get ready for a lively discussion, to be sure!
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3. Spa Day for One with Oso Libre
Expensive, store-bought beauty products are so 2019. As we all know, the new decade (for better or worse) is about cultivating ingenuity and resourcefulness amid the chaos of an uncertain world. Look around your pantry and be amazed! If you’ve got a jar of raw honey, a few overripe bananas or half an avocado, you’re well on your way to a glowing complexion. Take it from us: draw a bath, slap on a DIY mask and pour yourself a glass of oaky, buttery Oso Libre 2018 Vino d’Oro Chardonnay. Those newly forming fine lines and wrinkles will thank you.
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4. Puzzle on! with Parrish Family Vineyard
If you haven’t puzzled in a while, let me catch you up: this is not an activity for timid wallflowers anymore! Engross your mind—and your pod—in a challenging puzzle awash in vivid color. There’s something so satisfying about finding that perfect puzzle piece to complete a detailed image, whether it be an elaborate jungle scene or a stylish still-life worthy of your wall. Completed your mission? A bottle of Parrish Family Vineyard 2018 Sauvignon Blanc is in order! Tart, bright and acid-driven, it has a way of pressing “refresh” on your brain (especially if when you’ve spent hours searching for a puzzle piece mistaken for a cat toy).
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5. Journal it out with Peachy Canyon
You’ve probably heard by now: journaling is an incredible way to de-stress, calm the mind and preserve those precious memories you’re sure to forget (pus, did we mention it’s far cheaper than therapy?). Whether you choose a one-line-a-day journal or go for a blank book just aching for copious doodles and dreams, now is a great time to put pen to paper. After a particularly useful brain-dump, why not reward yourself with a celebratory glass of Peachy Canyon zinfandel? The winery’s jam-packed 2018 Especial Zinfandel is thoughtfully crafted and full of surprises (just like your life).
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This blog is written by flavor fiend Hayley Cain. Follow her @flavorslo on Instagram or at astoldbyhayley.com.
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