Step 1

Pour the merlot in a pitcher, add the cranberry juice, Cointreau and the cranberries, stir well.

Step 2

Put the mixture in the fridge for at least 4 hours, but preferably overnight.

Step 3

Remove the mixture from the fridge and add the sparkling water. Stir well. Add ice if desired.

Step 4

Serve with a big old Sangria loving smile!