Champagne - Traditionally, all alcohol was considered an aphrodisiac due to its tendency to lower the drinker's inhibitions and lift one's spirits. The scents of certain wines and champagnes are thought to imitate human pheromones. Start your meal off with a glass of bubbly and you'll be on the right track.

Oysters - This shelled specialty is high in zinc, a mineral that increases the production of testosterone. Supposedly, Casanova ate dozens of raw oysters every day to boost his libido. Imagine what a few could do for you!

Chile Peppers - Spice up your dishes with chile peppers! Eating spicy foods that pack a lot of heat generates an excited psychological response in the brain. These peppers can heat up your mind, body and taste buds.

Chocolate - This sweet treat has been crowned the ultimate aphrodisiac. Pure chocolate contains anandamide, a chemical that gives you a natural good feeling and phenylethylamine, the "love chemical" that releases dopamine to the pleasure centers of the brain. This is one tantalizing food that you won't want to pass up.

Other popular foods rich in aphrodisiac qualities include; figs, ginger, asparagus, sea scallops, mussels and honey. What are you cooking up this Valentine's Day? Let us know what favorite foods put you in the mood.

We caught up with Sam Bennett, our wine guru and sommelier at Hostile Grape and had him share some of his summer wine selections with us.

“In the summer I always enjoy white still wines and especially sparkling wines. There is something very refreshing about Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling and champagne when the temperature heats up," said Bennett.

Honig Sauvignon Blanc from Napa Valley has always been one of his favorites for the warmer seasons.

"The gooseberry, melon and touch of grapefruit with crisp acidity is really refreshing. Monchhof 'Mosel Slate' Riesling-Spatlese from Germany is lower in alcohol than most still white wines and has a nice touch of sweetness. The aromas or fuzzy peaches and other stone fruits present in this Riesling also make it a huge crowd pleaser."

Although wines are not to be missed during the summer months, champagne always holds a special place for Bennett.

"Its effervescence (that’s bubbles if you don’t have a wine dictionary neary you!) and refreshing qualities make it perfect for pool time as well as patio time. Yeasty, bready, Brut Champagne is my favorite in the summertime."

For unique summer wines Bennett recommends 'Brachetto D'Acqui,' Banfi, "Rosa Regale."

"It is a sparkling wine that is a little closer to red wine than a rose that comes from the Piedmont region of Italy. It has a slight touch of sweetness and is really great when served chilled."

Summer wines available in Hostile Grape

• Honig, Sauvignon Blanc from Napa Valley
• Monchhof, Riesling-Spatlese from Germany
• Perrier Joet, Grand Brut, Champagne from France
• Cloudy Bay, Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand

Budget-friendly price point

• Monchhof, Riesling-Spatlese, from Germany $43
• Honig, Sauvignon Blanc from Napa Valley $35
• Perrier Jouet, Grand Brut, Champagne $75

Splurge price point

• Cloudy Bay, Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand $70
• Illumination by Quintessa, Sauvignon Blanc $88
• Henriot, Brut, Cuvee de Enchanteleurs, Champagne 1995 $200

If you’re looking to sample any of these wines, the Honig, Sauvignon Blanc as well as the Monchhof, Riesling-Spatlese and Cloudy Bay, Sauvignon Blanc are available on Hostile Grape’s Enomatic machines in pours of one, three or five ounces.

It shouldn’t be forgotten that with our Happy Hour 24/7 Guarantee bottles of wine are a 1/3 off throughout the resort.

If a wine cocktail is more your style, Veloce offers a great selection of Sangria. For $10 you can get two glasses in the bar or lounge area of Veloce during Happy Hour.