Upon the arrival of warm weather, white wine is often preferred over red. It is lighter and is served chilled. Keeping this in mind, I've come up with a few suggestions:
A New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc is zesty and grapefruity, really refreshing in the heat. Great drinkability, goes good with grilled light meat, seafood, salads. Kim Crawford's Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2008 scored 91 points by Wine Spectator, can be found at about $20. Monkey Bay is another good choice, it scored 86 points and is can be found for about $11.
My personal favorite white is Gavi. Minerally, and to my taste just the right acidity. Broglia Gavi di Meirana is a great value for around $16, most quality Gavi run much higher. This stuff will impress your friends!
For inexpensive beach/pool drinking, try Domaine du Tariquet. It's hint of peach and apple flavors finish off with a lively spiciness that make it very enjoyable drinking.
For Chardonnay lovers on a budget, Bogle has a good one you can find in your local grocery store for around $10, and it scored an 87. Mirassou has a nice one for about $12 that scored 86. Try Chardonnay with fried chicken or lobster, delicious!
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I am very simple and although like wine, don't know much about it. I really like muscato...and am embarrassed to say the favorite I found was Sutter Home. So, I guess I am a cheap date too.
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