Drinks

Special to AOL Food from Women & Wine

Women & Wine suggests you avoid the usual Mother's Day restaurant gridlock and instead treat mom to a home-cooked (or, okay, who's gonna tell?, gourmet take-out) meal. Here are a selection of wines that will enhance the food-and please your honored guest. Email winefind@womenwine.com and we will help you find one near you.

Le Rime 2005

If she's a fan of Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio, surprise mom with this refreshing blend of the two varietals grown on the Banfi hillside estate in Tuscany. Pale straw in color, aromatic and fruity, this Italian white pairs well with everything from eggs Benedict to pasta primavera. (approximately $11).

Greg Norman Pinot Noir 2005

Australian golf great Greg Norman has wine estates in California's Santa Barbara County as well as Down Under. His "Sideways Country" Barbara Pinot Noir offers distinctive cherry and strawberry aromas, powerful fruit flavors and a smooth finish. Throw some chicken or steak on the barbie and you're set. (approx $13)

Centine 2005

An affordable Italian Super Tuscan that's youthful, well balanced and memorable (like mom!) made with a blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes. If she's a roast chicken or pasta fan, Centine is the red to remember. (approx. $11)

Nicolas Feuillatte Brut Rosé NV

Who can resist a sparkler that's the color of pink rose petals? Especially one that delivers delicate toasty scents, hints of chocolate and caramel and rich berry flavors. On top of that, for a real-deal bubbly from Champagne, , the price is right. (approximately $45)

Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2005
If mom is stuck in Chardonnay land, start her on a path to Sauvignon Blanc with one of the best. From New Zealand, where the Sauvignon Blancs sing of grass, gooseberries, lychees and other good things, this perennial prize-winner bursts with racy aromas and flavors. (around $30)