10 Wine-Inspired Paint Colors Designers Will Cheers To

These shades range from full-bodied to crisp and refreshing.

Infuse your home with the intoxicating warmth of a wine-inspired paint color. From dark, full-bodied shades that exude the richness of a vintage Cabernet to light, bright, and bubbly champagne-inspired tones, consider this a color tasting featuring expert-recommended favorites.

"When using something like wine to inspire color, you can create parallels between elements you love and the feeling you're trying to evoke in the space," says Cara Newhart, interior designer and Behr ambassador. "It could be a cozy connected feeling like the one evoked by a meaningful conversation over a glass of red wine."

A deep Merlot-like paint color establishes soothing depth that feels immersive and comforting, especially when used in a gathering space such as a family room or dining room. "Light, warm neutrals, like a sauvignon blanc, create an inviting environment while rosé-inspired pastel pinks offer sophistication, femininity, and versatility," Newhart says. "They're a great way to experiment with color in a way that tells a story and creates a conversation point."

Whatever your drink of choice, these paint colors inspired by your favorite wines offer ample interior inspiration.

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Vintage Wine by Benjamin Moore

Like an aged bottle of red, Benjamin Moore's Vintage Wine is "an intoxicating hue that combines the comfort of brown with the elegance of violet," according to Hannah Yeo, color marketing and development manager at Benjamin Moore. The rich and cozy hue has an old-world feel and Yeo points out that it acts as a neutral backdrop for textures and patterns throughout a room. "Use it in high traffic areas such as a mudroom or family room for the practicality of hiding dirt, as well as the beauty it brings to the space," she says.

Paint Color: Vintage Wine by Benjamin Moore

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Wine Pairing by Behr

Go light and playful with Behr's Wine Pairing, a misty pink that harmonizes with other light shades according to Newhart. She points out how effortless and playful it feels. "It's an easy add if you feel intimidated by color, since it's soft and light while still adding interest and a whimsical vibe," she says.

Paint Color: Wine Pairing by Behr

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Red Red Wine by Glidden

Create a moody interior with Glidden's Red Red Wine. "It's a dark, dusty wine shade that's the perfect paint color for a rich dining room, wine-tasting room, theater room, or bedroom area", suggests Ashley McCollum, Glidden paint by PPG color expert. To add to the drama, McCollum recommends pairing it with dark furniture and deep charcoal and black tones, and to lighten it up, mix in whites and soft, warm neutrals.

Paint Color: Red Red Wine by Glidden

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Rare Wine by Valspar

If you've been itching to try a deep paint color, take the plunge with Valspar's Rare Wine. Sue Kim, Valspar's director of color marketing. describes it as a complex and luxurious hue whose red undertone evokes aged wine bottles. Bring out its dramatic mood by layering it with black, or go all in and use it to color drench a small space such as a mudroom, powder room, or study.

Paint Color: Rare Wine by Valspar

Champagne Wishes by Glidden

"Champagne Wishes is a soft, subdued, reddish-brown, making it the perfect shade for virtual any space in your home, but we recommend a living room, dining room, kitchen, or bathroom specifically," McCollum says. Friendly and inviting like a glass of bubbly, this shade looks stunning with warm neutrals and subdued blues and greens.

Paint Color: Champagne Wishes by Glidden

Chilled Wine by Behr

Add a splash of Chilled Wine, a Chardonnay-inspired shade, to an accent wall or thrifted piece of furniture for an instant refresh. "The crisp amber-gold evokes a sense of comforting warmth that lifts spirits with its optimistic vibe," Newhart says. She recommends using this golden shade in an otherwise neutral space and pairing it with blues and natural wood tones.

Paint Color: Chilled Wine by Behr

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Cabernet by Benjamin Moore

Cabernet by Benjamin Moore lives up to its name as a deep, full-bodied violet hue with hints of earthy, warm brown. "Pair it with creamy off-whites to highlight the violet hue, or light pastels such as Soft Fern to spark the creative mind," Yeo recommends. Alternately, layer it with black and navy hues to set the tone for a dark and glamorous feel.

Paint Color: Cabernet by Benjamin Moore

Napa Dawn by HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams

Inspired by wine country, Napa Dawn is a soothing neutral with a hint of pink that feels as promising as the morning sun rising over the vineyards. Pair it with mid-tone woods, crisp white trim, and glass accents to bring out its refreshing yet calming feel.

Paint Color: Napa Dawn by HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams

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Champagne Pink by Valspar

For a fun and bubbly hue, choose Champagne Pink by Valspar. This subtle, gentle pink has coral undertones and works beautifully with brass accents, crisp white trim, and rich fabrics such as velvet. "Unlike the redder side of pink, this fun and engaging pink brings soft energy to a space," Kim says.

Paint Color: Champagne Pink by Valspar

Champagne Ice by Glidden

Light and bright like a glass of sparkling wine, Champagne Ice by Glidden is a pale orange with a copper-like undertone. "It is a perfect paint color for a dining area, kitchen, or lively living space," says McCollum, adding that it pairs well with warm neutrals and colors such as mid-tone greens and blues for accents.

Paint Color: Champagne Ice by Glidden

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