The Locals' Summer Picks Mix

Collezione di Paolo is a crisp white with aromas of orchard fruit, melon and lemon zest lifted by floral tones. The palate offers similar flavors, plus a note of almond.

Antipasti, seafood, cured meats, salads, grilled/roasted vegetables

The Huguenot Chenin Blanc is a medium-bodied white wine with expressive floral aromas, supported by ripe citrus, passion fruit and honey. Balanced and elegant, the palate has fresh acidity with vibrant honeysuckle, peach and pineapple flavors. A lemony zest graces the lengthy finish.

Asian (esp. Chinese), chicken, seafood (esp. with lemon), fried foods, vegetables.

Manoir des Herbauges is a light-bodied white wine with fresh green apple, lemon zest and subtle spice aromas. The palate offers a light natural spritz, with zingy citrus flavors and a distinct mineral note on the finish.

Shellfish, aged cheese, duck, game birds, venison, pork, vegetarian.

La Cuadrilla de Sobreño is a medium- to full-bodied red wine with ripe currant, blueberry, blackberry and subtle vanilla aromas. The palate has similar flavors, with juicy-fresh acidity, silky tannins and a long, concentrated finish.

Beef, pork, firm cheeses, red-sauced pastas, vegetarian meals.

Assemblage is a full-bodied red wine with expressive aromas of dark fruit, plum and fresh berries, plus notes of pepper and spice. These notes continue onto the juicy, well-structured palate with silky tannins framing a long finish.

Aged cheese, duck, game birds, venison, pork, vegetarian.

Père Guillot Sablet is a medium-bodied red wine with attractive violet aromas leading to a juicy, textured palate with fresh, ripe black fruit flavors plus subtle tobacco and herb notes. Structured tannins frame a long, complex finish.

Beef, pork, game, firm cheeses, red-sauced pastas, vegetarian meals.

Casa Giona Bardolino is a light- to medium-bodied red wine with soft tannins and bright acidity. It offers aromas and flavors of red cherries and red berries with hints of violets.

Pastas (in cream sauce or pesto), seafood, roasted vegetables, grilled anchovies.