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Guide to Wine Podcast: Episode 113

7/16/2025

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13 Unique Wines to Sip All Summer: Beyond Rosé & Sauvignon Blanc

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Air Date: Wednesday, July 16th, 2025
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When you think about summer wine, is it all about Rosé and Sauvignon Blanc? Think again! In this week’s episode, we are going beyond those two standbys and digging into some more unique and refreshing options.

Today, I’m sharing 13 unique wines that are perfect for those warm summer nights and they might just become your new favorites! 

We’ll explore zesty white wines like Picpoul de Pinet, Roussanne, Godello and Txakolina, along with crisp Italian Gavi and even the lesser-known Viura grape (a key player in Spanish Rioja Blanco). If you thought Sauvignon Blanc was your only option for warm weather sipping, think again!

And for all the red wine lovers out there, I’ve got you covered with chillable, grill-worthy reds. Think Blaufränkisch (your new BBQ bestie), elegant Etna Rosso from Sicilian volcanic soils, and bright, floral Cinsault, a grape that always brings the party. Plus, a special shoutout to Cabernet Franc and Chile’s rustic Pais for those looking to branch out even more.

So, if you’re tired of grabbing the same bottle every time it gets hot out, this episode will give you a whole new summer wine shopping list.

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White wines: Picpoul, Roussanne, Godello, Pouilly-Fumé, Txakolina, Viura, Gavi
Red wines: Blaufränkisch, Etna Rosso, Cinsault, Cabernet Franc, País
Other: Pet Nat Rosé, Bugey-Cerdon

Episode Highlights:
  • 2025 Summer Wine Challenge: how it works & what you can win
  • White wines that deserve your attention: Picpoul, Roussanne, Godello, Txakolina, Viura, Gavi
  • Chillable reds you’ve probably never tried: Blaufränkisch, Etna Rosso, Cinsault, Cabernet Franc, País
  • Sparkling wines for summer: Pet Nat Rosé & Bugey-Cerdon

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