As we transition from days of warmth to cooler sweater weather, red wines become a popular preference. But there’s a transitional red wine option before the last warm day of fall appears – chillable reds.

Like a freshly picked New England apple offers a crisp bite on a fall day, the freshness of a chilled red adds a bright berry forward option that is popular this time of year. And because these wines are typically lighter bodied, they are a nice transition to winter hearty Cabernets. Beaujolais Nouveau is what comes to mind for a chillable red to serve with Thanksgiving dinner, but before November, an Oregon Pinot Noir, any Gamay wines, the Italian Lambrusco, and from the Languedoc region in France, Cinsault. But wait, there are more, and here are some suggestions on wines to chill at temperatures of 55 to 60 degrees F -- and enjoy!

#1 - Ordinary Fellow Cabernet Sauvignon, Colorado

Yes, you can sip on a chilled Cabernet, especially this Ordinary Fellow label, which is a smooth and satiny lighter Cabernet Sauvignon from Colorado. An entrée of leather and raisins paves the way for a burst of plum on the palate. Bottle price: $38

#2 - Landmark Vineyards Overlook Pinot Noir Vintage 2021, Sonoma County, California

You always remember your first, and in Sonoma Valley, the Kenwood property of Landmark Vineyards was one of this wine journalist’s first visits (17 years ago!). Memories of the expanse of vineyards at the foothills of the Mayacamas Mountains served as a backdrop to the delightful lunch pairing of food and wines tasted on the outdoor terrace. Crisp, acidic white wines were sipped back then, but this fall, a chillable red was on the table for dinner at home.

Landmark’s Overlook Pinot Noir served as the perfect pairing with a bowl of quinoa with chicken and brussels sprouts. What you can expect is a blended burst of strawberries, plum -- and a bit of anise and earthiness. Pinot Noir from three wine regions was sourced for this wine: Monterey, Santa Barbara, and Sonoma County. Bottle price: $27

#3 – Ramón Bilbao Gran Reserva 2015, Rioja, Spain

Spanish wine expert Madeline Maldonado, Beverage Director of Little Spain in New York City, weighed in on the chillable wine trend for Drizly’s Annual Trend Report.

Madeleine confirmed the uptick in restaurants and wine bars serving chilled red wines – even bolder red wines. This Gran Reserva 2015 Rioja was made with 90% Tempranillo and 10% blend of Graciano and Mazuelo varieties. It’s a bright, deep tawny red with fall pie berries (blackberries, plums) and baking spices, the latter attributed to time spent barrel aging -- with a slight aroma of rosemary. Bottle price: $28

#4 – Montecillo Rioja Reserva 2014, Spain

A lovely touch of minerality adds to the dynamic complexity of this Montecillo Rioja Reserva, which may be slightly chilled before pouring. Made predominantly with the indigenous grape of Tempranillo and a touch of Manzuelo, this medium bodied wine has silky tannins and a ripe fruit freshness. By chilling the wine for 10 to 15 minutes, the fruit flavors in the glass will brighten, making it the ideal thirst quencher for a fall gathering. Bottle price: $18

Charlene Peters is a wine writer and author of "Travel Makes Me Hungry."