email this pageWe’re heading into picnic season, but it’s not quite summer yet. So, before we turn to the light, bright, zippy whites of summer, let’s hang on to satisfying, fuller-bodied versions of Pinot Grigio and Sauvignon Blanc for just a while longer.
A Softer Side of Sauvignon Blanc
These Sauvignon Blancs (sometimes called Fumé Blanc) have plenty of crispness along with fullness and body:
- Beringer Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc ($16): Savor aromas of citrus blossoms and honeydew and cantaloupe flavors.
- Frei Brothers Reserve Russian River Valley Sauvignon Blanc ($17): A veritable fruit salad of peaches, pears and nectarines with tropical fruit notes.
- Chateau St. Jean Fumé Blanc (Sonoma County; $13): A tempting blend of citrus, spice and herbs.
These Pinot Grigio (a.k.a. Pinot Gris) wines are rich and fruity, too.
- Luna Vineyards Pinot Grigio (Napa Valley; $18): Savor luscious orchard-fruit flavors with just a hint of citrus.
- Kim Crawford Pinot Gris (Marlborough, $17): With an irresistibly rich mouthfeel amidst pear and apple flavors, this is a Pinot Gris for Chardonnay lovers.
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