A sommelier picks his favorite 9 summer wines under $25
From German Riesling to Chilean Sauvignon Blanc, here are the wines you'll want at the table this summer.
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1. Cremant from Limoux, Southern France
"The greatest sparkling wines in the world are certainly from Champagne, but they are usually not great bargains," Kleinhans told Business Insider.
"There are a few little-known regions in France that make great sparkling wine under $25, with nearly the same quality as the great Champagnes. Make sure you always have enough sparkling wines from Limoux in the house — nothing is more refreshing on a summer morning."
2. Pinot Gris from Willamette Valley, Oregon
"Oregon has given the classic French grape Pinot Gris a great new world spin that shows its floral notes beautifully on warmer days," said Kleinhans.
3. Dry Riesling from Mosel, Germany
"Not all Rieslings are sweet," said Kleinhans. "Dry Riesling is the great secret of Germany, and these acidic and lively wines can be very aromatic."
4. Albariño from Lodi, California
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"Flavors of ocean spray and asparagus with soft tropical hints are impressions of Spanish albariño," said Kleinhans. "Several American wine makers have picked up this grape to show the American interpretation. Great value."
5. Grüner Veltliner from Austria
"The most famous wine of Austria is crystal clear and mineral, one of the great food wines ... perfect for your lunch salad," said Kleinhans.
6. Sauvignon Blanc from the Central Valley, Chile
"No summer is complete without the grassy and citric flavors of Sauvignon Blanc," said Kleinhans. "Chile makes very reliable wines at a steep discount compared to offerings from the Northern hemisphere."
7. Rosé Grenache from Provence, France
"Rosé may be the ultimate summer wine," said Kleinhans. "Refreshing, with small red fruit flavors are the perfect background during the hottest parts of the day. Buy one extra bottle and turn it into ice cubes."
8. Garnacha from Calatayud, Spain
"Another idea for a long summer night dinner: Garnacha from a very warm region in Spain, rich with strawberry and viscosity to make the day complete," said Kleinhans.
9. Nero D'Avola from Sicily, Italy
"During summer night dinners under the stars, red wines become appropriate," said Kleinhans. "Here's a rustic Italian wine from a region where it's always summer — a volcanic wine from Sicily."
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