Bubbles:
NV Sommariva Prosecco, $13
“My favorite all-purpose sparkler. It’s clean, crisp, and as wonderful as a spritz with a splash of Aperol and an orange slice.”
Whites:
2009 Bera Arcese, $12
“Slightly sparkling and a little fruity, the bottle will be empty before you know it. It’s a great poolside sipper or, perhaps with a fried chicken and jalapeño slaw sandwich.”
2009 Etz Gruner, $12
“One of our all-time best-sellers. The taste is fresh, lime-y, and mineral driven. The fact that it comes in a liter bottle is just a bonus, and it pretty much goes with everything.”
Rosés:
2010 Muralhas Vinho Verde rosé, $12
“This one was a huge hit last summer, and the new vintage does not disappoint. With a touch of effervescence, it's super fun and flirty. Take this to the Hollywood Bowl for an evening concert under the stars—it's the ultimate crowd-pleaser.”
2010 Liquiere A Mi Chemin, $11.50
“A lovely little Southern French wine. It tastes of strawberry fruit, but it’s always clean and easy. This will be one of my go-to pink wines this summer because it's super versatile and the price is excellent.”
Reds:
2010 Lapierre Raisins Gauloise, $13
“We are dubbing this the picnic red of the summer. It’s all fruit, light and lovely. I recommend you serve this slightly chilled with BBQ chicken and potato salad.”
2009 Chidaine Touraine rouge, $13.50
“A Loire Valley blend that has a little black pepper, spice, and ripe red fruit. This would be delicious with lamb burgers on the grill.”
All wines, available at DomaineLA 6801 Melrose Avenue (at North Orange Drive); 323-932-0280.