Five white wines perfect for seafood

Seafood and white wine make a great coupling, as long as the wine is willing to play backup. Crisp, high-acid wines will compliment the delicate flavors of the dish. The trick in this pairing is to always let the seafood take center stage. Here’s a great line-up of wines willing to play backup.

Swanson Vineyards, 2016 San Benito Pinot Grigio, 13.4%, $21. An impressive pinot grigio with a range of flavors – pear, lemon zest and jasmine. What makes it a standout is its bright acidity and great balance. Lovely.

Arietta, 2014 On The White Keys, California White Wine, 14.9%, $63. (ariettawine.com) This is a gorgeous white and what makes it a standout is its depth of flavors. Notes of grapefruit, mineral and a quench of lime. It’s vibrant. Top rate.

Roederer Estate, NV Brut Rose Anderson Valley, 12%, $29. Pitch perfect balance. Notes of strawberry, cherry and mineral. Bright acidity.

St. Supery, 2015 Dollar Hide Estate Vineyards, Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc, 13.5%, $35. A striking sauvignon blanc with crisp citrus notes, mineral and a touch of toast. Notes of grapefruit, melon and lime on the palate. Pitch perfect balance. Impressive.

LaMarca, NV Prosecco, 11%, $17. This is a light and delicate prosecco with notes of citrus, honey and mineral. Crisp acid. Light on its feet.