Sinful Sangria

• 1 gal. burgundy wine
• 1⁄2 cup superfine sugar
• 1⁄2 cup brandy
• 1⁄4 cup Cointreau or triple sec
• 2 oranges, juiced (save rinds)
• 1 lemon, juiced (save rinds)
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1 pint dark cherries
• 1 pint blackberries
• 1 pint strawberries
• 1 liter of ginger ale or seltzer

1. In a pan over medium heat, combine sugar and juices, stirring constantly until sugar is dissolved. Let cool.
2. In a large container with a tight fitting lid, combine wine, brandy, Cointreau, sugar juice syrup.
3. Cut rinds of oranges and lemon in large chunks and add to mixture. Add some of the cherries, blackberries and strawberries. Muddle and stir well.
4. Cover and chill for several days, shaking or stirring occasionally. Freeze remaining fruit.
5. To serve, fill a glass 1/4 full with ginger ale. Add a spoonful of the frozen fruit, and fill with the wine mixture. Stir gently and serve immediately.