The week of chocolate is here! Central Market's Chocolate Festival is well under way and the stores are bursting with the sweet indulgence all over! We all know how fun it is to splurge on chocolate and anything with chocolate in it, but let's take it to the next level!

Everyone knows the ol' pairing of chocolate and a regular sparkling wine from France, and so on. Let me tell you about the ultimate pairing whether it is with a chocolate dipped strawberry, brownie, or chocolate fondue, IT IS ALL ABOUT - Riondo Sparkling Sheraz. Yes, this sparkler is red and dark!

It exhibits a deep black-purple color with lively bubbles and aromas of plums, blueberries and dark cherry. Chill this Italian Red Sparkling down and enjoy, enjoy, enoy!  It's a great one to have on ice at gatherings because it's deep garnet color and bubbles are instant fun.

Have a Great Chocolate Festival, Valentine's Day, NBA All-Star Weekend, Opening of Winter Olympics or maybe just a fantastic time on the couch solo!

Anyway you do, enjoy responsibly!- Chris P., Wine Buyer.