If wine is on your menu this weekend, don't skip the red.

Some people opt for white or rose wine during the summer, but there are some refreshing reds out there too. 

Look for red wines grown in white wine regions. Red wines from Northeast Italy and the Chablis region of France are bright and lively and not as heavy as your favorite winter reds. Sonoma, California reds tend to be on the lighter side as well.

Sangria is another great red option in the summer. If you’d like to make your own, go with a Spanish Garnache variety of red. They are usually lower in tannins and have a fruitier finish.