A hazard of recommending wines is that some undeservedly fall between the cracks. Here are some that shouldn’t be missed.

Doris & Leopold Grüner Veltliner 2024 (Lower Austria). Here, Grüner Veltliner brushes up against Mosel riesling wines. Its pale hay-yellow color does not have quite the luster, but its off-dryness and quenching acidity approximate it. Flavor stays close to nectarine, but a slightly earthy backdrop sets it apart from most Mosels. It is ideal for a picnic platter of smoked turkey and dijon potato salad. (Trader Joe’s, $5.99)

Colle Corviano Trebbiano d’Abruzzo 2024 (Abruzzo, Italy). Light yellow color is met by light-medium weight, although body is bolstered even into the finish by good persistence of nicely tangy tastiness. At cool temperature, fruit flavors verge on tropical, with a “sweetness” of character reminiscent of pineapple (hence the tang). Fried seafood should be considered as a partner, with green salad and a honey-citrus dressing. (Williamsburg Pottery, $9.98)

Chateau Ste. Michelle Chardonnay 2022 (Columbia Valley, Washington). This chard accommodates most preferences for the variety, beginning with bright full-yellow color and greenish highlights. It is medium-bodied with very agreeable acidity all around. Fruit is toward apple/pear, with a judicious mix of vanilla and toasty undertones. A good opportunity for salmon with an Asian-inspired glaze. (Food Lion, $10.99)

Dashwood Sauvignon Blanc 2023 (Marlborough, New Zealand). Silvery greenish lemon-yellow color is enticing, but the real attraction is the consummate sauv blanc aromatic character. In particular, rich grassiness is met by papaya that leans toward muskiness — and a perfect balance of it all. Body is full medium with a lasting chalky feel. Simple Greek oregano roast chicken and lemon potatoes highlight all the best in it. (Harris Teeter, sale price $12.99 – reg. $19.99)

Las Perdices Viognier 2024 (Mendoza, Argentina). Lemon-yellow color, yet with a vague greenishness. It is full-medium in body, with a brief fleshiness that occurs with a peach/pineapple tendency. But a mixed floral/herbal/earthy aspect quickly comes to the fore, and mineral savors become pronounced toward the satisfying finish. Have it with fried breaded eggplant/zucchini and tzatziki. (The Cheese Shop, $13.99)

Miles Lambert is a Williamsburg resident.

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