Tracey Thompson of Vine Lore, a local brokerage specializing in boutique wines and craft spirits, recommends refreshing wines for end of summer sipping.
Gruet Blanc de NoirsThis New Mexican sparkler has the body to pair with grilled fish and poultry and the bubbly enthusiasm to stand on its own. $17
Four Provence classics—grenache, cinsault, mourvedre, carignan—come together in a dry rose with the charm of the grapes’ origins. $18
Alpha Zeta wants to revive the popularity of Soave, a Veneto favorite, in the U.S. And why not? Its crisp fruitiness, balanced by citrus, is a great nice weather glass. $10
A simple—but not too simple—well-rounded red, that complements Italian foods with similar qualities. Like pizza. $11
Was excited to try my first Monkey 47 last night. Had it with wedge of lime, sage and fever tree. Have to say I was a bit disappointed. Wondering if I maybe just didn’t get the garnishing right.