February 18

National Drink Wine Day

Raise a glass and let's cheers to National Drink Wine Day - pick up your favorite bottle today and enjoy the sweet taste of celebration!

Date
February 18
Type
Day
Tags
Beverage

Introduction

Raise a glass and get ready to celebrate National Drink Wine Day on Feb. 18! This day has been around for centuries as it has long been considered a luxurious, sophisticated drink that is enjoyed by all. While the exact origin of this holiday isn't known, it's safe to say wine lovers have something special to look forward to every February 18th.

National Drink Wine Day Timeline

6000 BC
Wine's Ancient Beginnings
Wine production started in the region of modern-day Georgia and Iran.
1600s
New World Wine
Wine production began in Mexico by Spanish conquistadors, marking wine's introduction to the New World.
1800s
Golden Age of Wine
The 19th century saw a global expansion of viticulture and wine production, with many countries developing their distinctive wine-making traditions and styles.
1976
Judgment of Paris
A blind taste test in Paris unexpectedly ranked California wines over France, signaling a shift in the world's perception of New World wines.
2000s
Rise of Rosé
Rosé wine enjoyed a boom in popularity and began being produced by wine regions all over the world.
2014
First National Drink Wine Day
The first National Drink Wine Day was officially celebrated in the United States, encouraging wine appreciation and education.

How to Celebrate National Drink Wine Day

1

Host a wine tasting

Invite friends over for an evening of wine tasting. Get creative and pick different wines from around the world and prepare some light snacks to go with them.

2

Visit a winery

Take a day trip to your local winery and tour the grounds, learn about the process of making wine and sample some of their finest offerings.

3

Make sangria

Gather some fresh fruit, mix it with wine, brandy and triple sec and you have the perfect summer drink. Enjoy with friends while relaxing in the sun.

4

Have a movie night

Pop some popcorn, grab your favorite bottle of red or white and have a cozy night in watching your favorite movies.

5

Cook with wine

Wine adds great flavor to all kinds of dishes. Use it to marinade steak or chicken, add it to sauces and soups or use it as an ingredient when baking cakes.

Why We Love National Drink Wine Day

A

Wine is healthy

Studies show that drinking moderate amounts of wine can be beneficial to your health. Red wine in particular has been shown to have antioxidant properties that help protect the heart, and research suggests it may even reduce the risk of some types of cancer!

B

Wine Tasting Events

What better way to celebrate National Drink Wine Day than attending a wine tasting event? Sample a variety of wines from different regions and learn about how the flavor profile changes depending on factors such as grape varietal and terroir. It's an educational, fun way to get introduced to the complex world of wine!

C

Needed for socializing

Nothing pairs better with a good conversation than a glass of wine. Whether it's catching up with old friends or making new ones, sharing a bottle over dinner creates camaraderie and bonds that last forever. So pop open that bottle and enjoy National Drink Wine Day with those you love!

Survey & Data Insights

How America Drinks Wine Right Now

Wine’s Share Of The Night

About Three In Ten U.S. Drinkers Pick Wine As Their Go-To
29%
Prefer wine most often

Gallup Consumption Habits poll reported Aug 2025; summarized by NACS Daily.

Beer Still Edges Out Wine For Drinkers’ Top Choice

Among U.S. adults who drink alcohol

Beer
37%
Liquor
30%
Wine
29%

Gallup Consumption Habits poll reported Aug 2025; summarized by NACS Daily.

What We Pour

Red Outscores White Among Wine Drinkers

Among U.S. adults who drink wine at least occasionally (YouGov, Mar 5–11, 2024; n=1,000)

Red49.0%
White36.0%
Other/Undecided15.0%

YouGov survey of U.S. adults about wine-drinking habits and preferences.

Cabernet And Pinot Top America’s ‘Love It’ List

% saying they “love” each grape among U.S. wine drinkers

Cabernet Sauvignon
22%
Pinot Noir
20%
Chardonnay
19%
Zinfandel
19%
Sauvignon Blanc
16%
Pinot Grigio
16%

YouGov survey on wine styles Americans say they ‘love.’

Where Wine Wins

DC, New Hampshire And Vermont Drink The Most Wine Per Person

Gallons of ethanol from wine per capita by state (NIAAA-based; 2022)

District of Columbia
1.05 count
New Hampshire
0.8 count
Vermont
0.72 count
Oregon
0.68 count
California
0.61 count
Hawaii
0.59 count
Massachusetts
0.59 count
Florida
0.58 count
Nevada
0.58 count
Connecticut
0.56 count

Per-capita wine ethanol consumption by state compiled by VinePair from NIAAA data.

What It Costs

Wine Prices Have Risen About $1.50 Per Liter Since 2020

Average retail price per liter for wine at home

2020
$12.42
2023
$13.4
2025
$13.95

Average price series for “Wine, red and white table … per 1 liter” from OfficialData (BLS-based).

Wine-At-Home Prices Are Down Versus Last Year
-1.1%
Year-over-year change

Bureau of Labor Statistics CPI detailed table, July 2025.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is National Drink Wine Day?
National Drink Wine Day is celebrated annually on February 18th, and in 2025, it will fall on a Tuesday.

Holiday Dates

Year
Date
Day
2023
Feb 18
Saturday
2024
Feb 18
Sunday
2025
Feb 18
Tuesday
2026
Feb 18
Wednesday
2027
Feb 18
Thursday