Summer sippers: She said, he said

Scott Greenberg, wtop.com

According to the sun’s position, the summer season officially began at 7:09 p.m., June 20 when the summer solstice sun reached the furthest distance north of the equator, providing the longest daylight hours of the year. This can only mean one thing: More sunshine to chill out with the right summer wine.

But which wine to tame the high temperatures with is a constant source of heat in our household.

She likes white wines that are crisp and dry, he prefers wines that are off-dry and refreshing. Since both styles definitely have a place in the wine bucket and on the palate, so I will each share both of our favorite picks so you can decide which wine style will help you keep your cool this summer.

She said: ‘Crisp and Dry’

I can’t think of any better way to beat the heat than with a glass of well-chilled dry white wine. White wines that have higher acidity act like a natural fire extinguisher for the tongue, refreshing the palate with every pass and leaving the impression of crispness on the finish. Here are a few that I reach for when the heat is on.

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