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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Great question and fun to answer for all of us!

First, I agree with the inquisitive poster, what are you serving? That would be helpful.

Although you want red and white, I might also throw in for consideration a Côtés de Provence. These are very dry roses and can be purchased at very reasonable prices. France has some legal bottling requirement to earn the name Côtés de Provence, but anything “Sud de France” on the label will be pleasantly dry and crisp.

In the white category, South Africa makes some wonderful Chardonnay at reasonable prices. I would suggest Mibali. It is not oaky and so I think many of your family would enjoy it. (Oakiness can be a problem for some; I am one!) The South African Chardonnay producers are doing a nice job of inexpensive Chardonnays that are modestly oaky, and in my opinion this the perfect time of year to enjoy some. Splash away!

Finally, with the red, unless you have a favorite Pinto Noir, be careful. Quality and taste vary. The grape is tricky and I don’t know enough about the grape to be helpful. One poster had it right, that it is a pleasant light red, and it can be wonderful, especially at this time of year.  Instead, though perrhaps try an Italian red: they can be crisp and light, too. A Sangiovese or Griffone might be nice! At my chateau here in NoVa it is offered frequently and received very well be my spouse.  [/quote]

Thank you chatgpt[/quote]
Wow, interesting. That was not chatgpt. But, hope it was helpful.[/quote]

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