Just like her motto, The Wine Coach really does demystify wine, one glass at a time.  This week, wine connoisseur and fellow mom, Laurie Forster introduces The Well Mom to some new wines to try as the season heats up.  By the way, her new book, The Sipping Point: A Crash Course in Wine is a great resource for anyone looking for a no-nonsense guide to choosing and enjoying wine.  Cheers!

Here are The Wine Coach's latest picks for chilling out on hot summer nights:
 
Bisol Prosecco Crede Brut NV, Veneto, Italy
Named after the soils in this region called crede, this wine has the perfect foundation for Prosecco grapes to flourish and create this amazingly fragrant, refreshing sparkler, with flavors of apple, peach and a note of floral.  This food friendly wine only has 11% alcohol - a perfect starter or brunch wine!  Retail: $18

Other brands to look for: Botter, Carpene Malvolti, Nino Franco "Rustico" or Canella
 
Prà Soave Classico 2006, Veneto
Looking for a great white for your next backyard gathering?  This handcrafted Soave from Prà tastes nothing like the 1970s jug versions.  Citrus fruits dominate the palate of this rich white and finishes with food friendly crispness - great paired with seafood, salads or just to get things started.  Retail: $17    

Other brands to look for: Pieropan, Anselmi, Inama or Gini
 
Anton Bauer "Gmörk" Gruner Veltliner 2006, Austria
A textbook Grüner Veltliner with loads of citrus fruit, granny smith apple, a touch of pepper and a crisp finish.  70% of the wine made in Austria is white and 36% of that is Grüner Veltliner, so this is their specialty.  Two of the hardest foods to pair with wine are artichokes and asparagus, Grüner Veltliner can handle both!  This food friendly white is also great with summer favorites like fried chicken, fresh seafood or spicy cuisine like Indian and Thai.  Many Grüners are coming with screw caps these days which is a plus in outdoor settings like barbeques. Retail: $12

Other brands to look for: Huber, Hirsch, Nigl or Hillinger

The Wine Coach, Laurie Forster, combines her extensive knowledge of wine with her experience as a life coach to create unique events for corporate, women's and private groups.  Laurie began her wine career in Manhattan where she studied with the American Sommelier Association to obtain her certificate in Viticulture and Vinification.  Her goal is to help people demystify wine one glass at a time!  Want some specific suggestions for your next night with the girls?  Visit the Recommended Wines page on www.thewinecoach.com. *The Wine Coach is a Registered Trademark.