In my quest to find a good summer red to recommend, I've talked with many wine snob friends and there is no consensus, so I think the answer is there isn't one.
Most everyone ended up recommending either a light blend or a blush.
Birdstone Winery had an outstanding Grenache a few years ago, but even though I regularly ask for it and they keep saying it's coming back, sadly, it has yet to make an appearance.
The Menage a Trois wines are exellent blends and the blush is light but fruity, perfect for a summer salad.
The first wine I ever really enjoyed was Beringer's White Zinfandel. The strawberry and other fruit flavors combined with the light crispness on the tongue made it the perfect "gateway" wine into learning how to discern flavors. While I've since expanded my palate somewhat, there are days, particularly in July and August when the only that really appeals to me is a Beringer's White Zin. It's reliable and consistent. I know what I'm getting when we uncork the bottle.
I hope you enjoy!
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