The torrontes grape produces Argentina's finest white wine and some of the best values in dry white wine in the world. The charm about this wine is its in-your-face freshness and fruit. The flavors are intense, penetrating and surprisingly complex — with hints of pear, peach, tropical fruit, minerals, white pepper and spices. This is an absolutely spot-on late spring and summer wine to serve well-chilled and outdoors. Buy a case and drink it all before Labor Day. (Actually, you might have trouble making supplies last until July 4.)

— Michael Dresser

2009 Maipe Torrontes

From: Salta, Argentina

Price: $12

Serve with: Sole, scallops, shrimp