Whether you're throwing shrimp on the barbie or cooking up a rack of lamb, there are wines from the Southern Hemisphere that will pair perfectly And the best part? Wines like these Australian and South African gems are easy on your pocketbook too!

2006 Cape Mentelle Sauvignon Blanc/Sémillon, Margaret River, Western Australia ($13.99) Cape Mentelle, along with Leeuwin Estates, is one of the pioneers in Australia’s Margaret River area, starting planting in 1970. They also are the “sister” winery to New Zealand’s famous Cloudy Bay. This blend of 60% sauvignon blanc and 40% sémillon is night-harvested to retain its fresh, bright fruit character. A small portion is barrel fermented in French and American oak for the purpose of texture and weight and not the influence of oak aromas or flavor. The bouquet offers notes of citrus blossom, lemongrass, lime and melon. On the palate, more honeysuckle and tropical fruit are shown with good body, a creamy texture and good acidity. The wine is very well balanced and has a long refreshing finish.

2005 Indaba Shiraz South Africa ($7.99) Indaba is a Zulu word that means a meeting within the community to share ideas in a positive spirit. To that end, sales of the Indaba wines helps support a scholarship program for formerly disenfranchised South African students looking to learn about the wine industry. And the wine’s good! The nose is full of smoky, meaty, Northern Rhône-like notes that are framed by ripe raspberry and blackberry fruit. On the palate are components of new leather, tar, dark plum and licorice. There are lush velvety tannins with a silky mouthfeel. This is a great value for a daily red that pairs nicely with grilled Portobello mushrooms, sausage or lamb chops.