If you’ve ever stepped out in Los Angeles, Manhattan, Miami Beach, or Berlin, you already know the drill: we want flavor, we want fun-loving bubbles, and we want to wake up tomorrow without regrets.
That’s why so many wine lovers are starting to discover Aphrodise sparkling wine, a Greek rosé that promises day-to-night energy without the dreaded next-day crash.
Epicureans from Aspen to Hong Kong are leaning into lighter, brighter options, drinks that feel good, taste great, and won’t leave you negotiating with your alarm clock.
And few people champion that lifestyle more passionately than entrepreneur-turned-restaurateur Frank Schilling, whose love of dining, travel, and clean-finishing wine led him to a grape varietal that’s shaking up brunches, weddings, and sunset parties worldwide.
Today’s conversation with Frank Schilling from Aphrodise has been edited for length and clarity. For the full, un-edited conversation, visit our YouTube channel here.
How Frank Schilling Came to Discover Aphrodise Sparkling Wine
For someone who admits:
“I’m an Epicurean myself… I just love great food and wine”
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Schilling didn’t stumble into the wine world the traditional way. His story has the relatability of a friend confessing they still can’t tell a Merlot from a Cab—mixed with the humor of someone who hasn’t cooked at home in 22 years.
When building his 300-seat restaurant during COVID, Schilling realized he’d need thousands of bottles of sparkling wine for brunch. But the classic choice—Champagne—came with a problem.
As he puts it, quoting Cocktail, “champagne is like perfume going down, but like sewage on the way back.”
Heat, humidity, yeast, and volume? A brutal combo.
So when he began to discover Aphrodise sparkling wine, made from Greece’s high-altitude Xenomavro grape, something clicked.
“It’s a very forgiving drink…
you can drink a lot of it and bounce back and go again.”
For anyone who loves bottomless brunch in Vegas or beach parties in Malibu, that’s practically a love letter.
Why Aphrodise Sparkling Wine Works in Heat, Sun, and Celebration
Traditional Champagne is iconic, but it isn’t always practical. Schilling explains the recovery struggle clearly:
“The yeast isn’t good for a lot of people… the recovery profile isn’t something that people look forward to.”
Aphrodise, he says, feels different. Cleaner. More modern. More aligned with a fun-loving lifestyle that spans everything from Aspen après-ski to DC rooftop parties.
And here’s where flavor comes in:
Aphrodise offers a crisp apple or cherry finish, with some tasters catching strawberry. The bubbles are naturally formed—not force-carbonated like many Proseccos—making the texture small, smooth, and elegant.
If you pair wine with mood, not rules, this matters. As Schilling puts it:
“Aphrodise is literally the only thing that I drink…
It’s a dark rosé so it goes nicely with meat… chicken or fish… also a great dessert drink.”
That versatility makes it ideal for weddings—indoors, outdoors, sunny, steamy, or chic cocktail hour in NYC. No wonder it was a hit at the Las Vegas Wedding Show, where Schilling poured 5,000 samples in one day.
“We had a line all day… People loved it.”
That’s not marketing hype—that’s real-world, glass-in-hand evidence.
Flavor, Fun-Loving Vibes & the Business Lesson Behind the Bottle
Before the wine, Schilling was a pioneering internet entrepreneur who built and sold domain infrastructure to GoDaddy. His story is a reminder, especially to readers chasing their next chapter—that business success can be both strategic and flavor-forward.
“I say yes to everything unless it hurts me. I have a real lust for life and a good energy level.”
That ethos is baked into Aphrodise: a wine meant for shared tables, longer nights, fewer hangovers, and more stories worth retelling.
And because the experience matters as much as the drink, Schilling’s own restaurant, Mykonos Cayman, carries the spirit of Greek day parties with a Cayman twist. It’s as fun-loving as a St. Bart’s afternoon, but more approachable. Exactly the vibe Aphrodise was built for.
The Perfect Pairing for Modern Foodies
Food and wine lovers from Chicago to San Francisco will recognize the appeal of a bottle that pairs with everything from Wagyu to a short rib burger. Aphrodise speaks to diners who want flavor without heaviness, buzz without burnout.
Whether you’re planning a 200-person rooftop wedding or grilling for four in a Miami Beach backyard, Aphrodise aims to fit the moment. Even better, it’s a great fit for readers who enjoy a little relatability: yes, you can drink it all day without feeling like you made a terrible decision at brunch.
FAQ Aphrodise sparkling wine
Q: What grape is used to make Aphrodise sparkling wine?
A: Aphrodise is made from Xenomavro, Greece’s most noble high-altitude grape.
Q: Why do people say it’s easier to recover from?
A: According to Frank Schilling, the yeast profile is lighter and cleaner, making it gentler for many drinkers, especially in heat and sunlight.
Q: What foods pair best with Aphrodise?
A: Steak, burgers, chicken, seafood, and dessert—its dark-rosé style makes it versatile.
Aphrodise isn’t just another sparkling wine—it’s a lifestyle shift for people who love great flavor, fun-loving gatherings, and waking up ready for the next adventure. If you’re planning a wedding, hosting a party, or just looking for a bottle that fits your best nights out, discover Aphrodise sparkling wine and taste why so many food lovers are making the switch.
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