In Cognac, melon is often served with pineau des Charentes, the bright sweet aperitif of the region, at the start of a meal.

Source: https://www.theguardian.com/food/2023/jul/08/french-summer-salads-recipes-henry-harris-fennel-egg-anchovy-cucumber-mint-harissa-broad-bean-pea-green-bean-bayonne-ham-melon-strawberry

In the meantime, welcome your guests with a full glass, and serve this as your aperitif on New Year’s Eve.

Source: https://www.independent.co.uk/extras/indybest/food-drink/champagne-prosecco-sparkling-wine/best-champagnes-for-new-years-eve-b2419524.html

It was the key ingredient to flavor maitran, a German wine or aperitif consumed to honor the season and specifically consumed on May Day.

Source: https://vineyardgazette.com/news/2023/05/24/wondering-woodruff

Tickets ($115 or $185 per couple) include an aperitif, wine, lunch and a signed copy of the book; https://laperolestrois.

Source: https://www.southplattesentinel.com/2023/09/11/five-fall-cookbooks-to-inspire-your-kitchen-creativity/