A Snow-Day Granita made with St. Regis Sauvignon Blanc
There’s something magical about snow days. The quiet. The light. The feeling that the world has slowed just enough to let you enjoy it. This Après Neige Granita captures that moment - fresh, icy, and unexpectedly elegant - made with St. Regis Sauvignon Blanc.
Instead of fighting winter, this recipe embraces it. The granita is frozen outdoors in the snow itself, scraped into delicate crystals, and finished with a pour of crisp St. Regis Sauvignon Blanc. The result? A refreshing, alcohol-free winter aperitif that feels celebratory without being heavy—perfect for cozy afternoons, après-ski moments, or simply making an ordinary snow day feel special.
Why this works: Our Sauvignon Blanc brings bright acidity, citrus notes, and a clean, refreshing finish that pairs effortlessly with the icy texture of granita. As the wine hits the frozen crystals, it gently melts them, creating a slushy, sip-able texture that evolves as you drink; crisp at first, silky by the last sip.
It’s proof that non-alcoholic wine doesn’t need to imitate tradition—it can create entirely new rituals.
The Snow-Tray Freezing Method
Instead of using a freezer, the granita base is poured into a shallow tray and placed directly into clean, fresh snow. The cold freezes the mixture evenly and slowly, producing fine, fluffy ice crystals that scrape beautifully.
It’s playful, nostalgic, and perfectly suited to Canadian winters.
Après Neige Granita Recipe
Makes 4–6 small servings
Ingredients:
(For the granita)
- 2 cups pink grapefruit juice or blood orange juice (fresh or high-quality bottled)
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2–3 tbsp sugar or honey (adjust to taste)
- ½ cup water
(To serve)
St. Regis Sauvignon Blanc, well chilled
Instructions:
1- Prepare the granita base
In a small saucepan, gently warm the water and sugar just until dissolved. Let cool completely.
Stir the syrup together with the grapefruit juice and lemon juice.
2- Freeze in the snow
Pour the mixture into a shallow metal or glass tray.
Place the tray securely into a clean, undisturbed patch of snow outdoors.
Leave until fully frozen, about 1½–2 hours depending on temperature.
3- Scrape
Using a fork, scrape the frozen mixture into soft, fluffy crystals. Return to the snow briefly if needed to maintain texture.
To serve, spoon the granita into chilled coupe or cocktail glasses and finish by slowly pouring chilled Sauvignon Blanc over the granita until the glass is nearly full.
Best occasions to serve it:
- Snow days at home
- Après-ski (without the alcohol)
- Winter brunches
- Holiday afternoons
- Cozy moments when you want something light, fresh, and beautiful
This is a drink that invites you to step outside, slow down, and enjoy winter for what it is - quiet, bright, and fleeting.
A new way to celebrate winter, sans alcool
The Après Neige Granita is more than a recipe - it’s a moment. One that reminds us that great drinks aren’t about alcohol, but about experience, atmosphere, and intention.
So the next time snow falls, grab a tray, pour yourself a glass of St. Regis Sauvignon Blanc, and let winter do the rest.