October: Autumn Begins to Be Served by the Glass.
October arrives almost without warning. The first leaves begin to change color, the mornings grow cooler, the afternoons shorter, and little by little we return to those small rituals that remind us summer is now behind us.
It’s the month for pulling a jacket out of the wardrobe, enjoying a leisurely meal at home once again, settling in for sofa-and-movie afternoons, and embracing those first evenings when it feels good to linger a little longer around the table, enjoying conversation and a fine drink.
October also brings us its first great pause: October 12th, Spain’s National Day (Día de la Hispanidad). This year, it offers the perfect long weekend to unwind, take a short getaway, gather with friends, or simply celebrate the fact that there are still plenty of good things to enjoy before autumn fully settles in.
This month’s recommendations follow that very sense of transition. You’ll find light, fresh, and elegant options that still retain some of the spirit of the warmer months, ideal for an aperitif, a weekend lunch, or a sunny autumn afternoon. But you’ll also discover drinks with greater body, depth, and character, perfect companions for heartier dishes and those first comforting seasonal recipes that begin to make a welcome return.
There is also room to explore flavors from faraway places, reminding us that a single glass can become a small journey without ever leaving home. And for those who enjoy life’s little pleasures after a meal, October brings richer, more indulgent alternatives, perfect for ending a long lunch on a relaxed note.
Because autumn has rituals of its own. A Saturday vermouth before lunch, a perfectly poured beer while dinner is being prepared, a shared drink after work, or that gin and tonic that keeps a conversation going long after the evening air has turned cool.
October is also the month to enjoy everyday life.
To return to familiar routines, appreciate quiet Sundays, embrace spontaneous gatherings, cook something special for no particular reason, and discover that you don’t need a major occasion to open a good bottle.
Dieter’s recommendations for this month explore precisely that territory: from easy-going everyday choices to true indulgences reserved for those moments when you feel like treating yourself.
Because when autumn arrives, temperatures may change, but our desire to raise a glass never does.
Discover Dieter’s complete October selection and find new ways to enjoy the beginning of autumn.
October has only just begun… and there is still a whole month ahead to savour.
