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National Red Wine Day

Raise a glass and celebrate National Red Wine Day - enjoy a delicious bottle of your favorite vintage with friends and family!

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August 2026

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATEAugust 28

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYFood

SUBCATEGORYAlcohol

INTRO

Introduction

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Get ready to raise a glass and celebrate National Red Wine Day on Aug. 28! This day gives us the perfect excuse to indulge in a delicious glass of red wine, which has been around since at least 3,000 BC when it was first produced by the ancient Egyptians. Nowadays there are over 800 different varieties of red wines made all over the world with flavors ranging from fruity and sweet to dry and tannic. So let's cheers to National Red Wine Day!

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TIMELINE

National Red Wine Day Timeline

Origin of Wine

Archaeological evidence shows that the earliest known production of wine, likely including red wine, took place in what is now Georgia.

Egyptians and Red Wine

Red wine was being produced by the ancient Egyptians, evidenced by residue found in pottery jars. It was used in ceremonial practices and offerings to the gods.

Red Wine in Europe

By the 1600s, red wine had become prevalent in Europe, especially within the regions now known as Italy and France, which are still among the world's leading producers of red wine today.

Bordeaux Wine Official Classification

The Bordeaux Wine Official Classification, a ranking of French red wines took place, placing prestige and significant international recognition on wines from this region.

Judgement of Paris

The "Judgement of Paris" saw Californian red wines outperform French ones, a landmark moment that levelled the international playing field for wine production.

National Red Wine Day Recognition

National Red Wine Day officially began being recognized in the United States, encouraging people to enjoy and appreciate the complexities and joys of red wine.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National Red Wine Day

Host a wine tasting

Gather up some friends and family, pick out 5-7 different red wines and host your own at home wine tasting. Make it educational by providing information about each of the wines.

PAIR

Pair your favorite red with food

Get creative in the kitchen and match up your favorite red wine with something delicious to eat. Think about what flavors will work together and make a dish that is sure to wow!

VISIT

Visit a winery

Take the day off and visit the closest winery near you. Take a tour, learn more about how red wine is made and taste different varieties.

MAKE

Make sangria

Sangria is a great way to use up extra red wine in your house, so why not make a batch for National Red Wine Day. Mix up your favorite fruits, brandy, sugar, and red wine together for a tasty treat.

HAVE

Have a picnic

Head outside to enjoy good company and great weather with a picnic basket filled with all your favorite snacks paired with a bottle of red wine.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love National Red Wine Day

Red wine makes food taste better

Drinking a glass of red wine isn't the only way to celebrate. Wine not only pairs well with food but it's a key ingredient in some seriously tasty dishes. There are standard dishes like Spaghetti Bolognese that have red wine infused in the sauce. If you're a more more adventurous foodie, try some cabernet apple slaw. You'll also be happy to know that red wine is a nice complement to spiced pear bread pudding.

Red wine keeps us healthy

A five-ounce glass of wine is fat-free, cholesterol-free, and only 100 calories. But other than helping to keep you slim and trim, red wine keeps your brain sharp. Resveratrol is in the skin of red grapes, and it's the mortal enemy of beta-amyloid — a protein that's a contributing factor to Alzheimer's. So, a glass of wine here and there can slow down the formation of this baddie. Looks like they weren't kidding when they said, “Let's drink to your health.”

Sangria!

Sangria is a refreshing way to cool off in the summer. It's also a great way to expand your taste buds' horizons. There's literally no end to the variety, with some recipes containing bitters or Italian amaro liqueurs. Being that it's National Red Wine Day, you probably want to stick to red wine-based sangria. (But, if you sneak some white wine into the party, we won't think any less of you...okay, maybe just a little!)