Après Neige Granita

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.

Instructions:

1- Prepare the granita base
Blend all the ingredients together in a blender until smooth.

2- Freeze in the snow
Spread a generous amount of salt over the snow, then place shallow dish in the snow. Pour the blended granita base into the dish and let freeze for about 3 hours. 

3- Scrape
Every 45 minutes, scrape the surface with a fork to form little crystals in the granita.

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.