Rose Sangria

1 orange, sliced1 lime, sliced 1/2 lemon, sliced1 1/2 ounces brandy or vodka2 tablespoons sugar1 bottle rose wine12 ounces club soda, ginger ale or grapefruit sodaIceIn a large (at least 2-quart) glass pitcher, combine the orange, lime and lemon slices. Add the brandy (or vodka) and sugar and stir until the sugar has dissolved.Slowly pour in the wine, stirring gently. Refrigerate at least 2 hours or as long as overnight.When ready to serve, add the club soda and stir gently with a long handled wooden spoon. Fill highballs, wineglasses or other decorative glasses with 3 ice cubes each and slowly pour the sangria over the ice, allowing fruit slices to fall into the glasses.Serves six to eight.Chef Chris Smith, Lynfred Winery, Roselle