Light-bodied White Wines

Frankland Estate Frankland River Dry Riesling Isolation Ridge Vineyard 2006
Looking for the perfect wine to pair with a summery salad or a seafood feast? Look no further than this charming riesling from Australia's Frankland Estate winery. ($20)

Pieropan, Veneto Soave Classico 'Calvarino' 2004
This compelling soave comes from the classico zone in the hills east of Verona. ($30)

Heller Estate, Carmel Valley Chenin Blanc 2006
Juicy and fresh, this chenin blanc tastes like a summer fruit salad in a glass, echoing flavors of melons, peaches, pears, citrus, and more.

Palandri, Western Australia Riesling 2006 Not all Riesling comes sweet. Those from Western Australia tend to be very dry, with crisp fruit flavors (think granny smith apples, lemons and limes) and a steely finish. Intensely flavored, with plenty of bright acidity, they also can age well, developing enticing nuances of aroma and flavor over time. This particular example is delicious, and a steal at the price. ($12)