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Summer is the perfect time to enjoy a chilled white wine, whether French and sparkling or German and sweet. With the recommendation to social distance continuing, take this opportunity to learn a little — and drink a little — with an at-home wine tasting.

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Start with something sparkling to wake up your taste buds.

Baron de Seillac sparkling wine | France
Baron de Seillac sparkling wine | France

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A light-bodied chenin blanc makes a great appetizer wine, warming up the palate for a delicious meal to come.

Pine Ridge chenin blanc | Napa
Pine Ridge chenin blanc | Napa

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Follow up with a light and fruity chenin blanc.

Badenhorst chenin blanc secateurs | South Africa
Badenhorst chenin blanc secateurs | South Africa

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The crisp, pear notes of a pinot gris are perfect for summer.

J Vineyards pinot gris | California
J Vineyards pinot gris | California

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Move to a grassy, earthy, medium-bodied sauvignon blanc to celebrate the outdoors.

Kim Crawford sauvignon blanc |New Zealand
Kim Crawford sauvignon blanc |New Zealand

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Also of medium body, pinot blanc boasts romantic floral notes.

Trimbach pinot blanc | Alsace, France
Trimbach pinot blanc | Alsace, France

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A medium-bodied gewurtztraminer carries notes of lychees and nuts, perfect for grilled meats.

Wolfberger gewurztraminer | Alsace, France
Wolfberger gewurztraminer | Alsace, France

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A heavier, buttery chardonnay pairs well with cheese and fruit.

La Crema chardonnay | Sonoma, Calif.
La Crema chardonnay | Sonoma, Calif.

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Finish off with the light, fruity notes of a sweet riesling, perfect for dessert.

Dr. Pauly-Bergweiler reisling | Germany
Dr. Pauly-Bergweiler reisling | Germany

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