Crisp whites, sultry roses, barbeque friendly reds…what is the best choice for a nice summer wine?  Why not taste a few before you choose.  The Crushed Grape wants to introduce you to some of their favorite warm weather vino friends this Thursday.  They’re taking a road trip from their home base on Knapp St. NE in Grand Rapids to host a wine tasting from 6 to 8pm at Thornapple Daily Grill on Ada Drive.  If you want to impress your backyard dinner guests by knowing the difference between Syrah and Shiraz (see answer below), wine experts like Grape manager Laurie Teasley are ready to share their well-earned wisdom.  And she knows that what you put in your glass is only half of the warm weather meal equation.  Teasley has recipes to go with your wine selections, many made with locally produced cheeses and all natural farm raised meats available at the Crushed Grape. And the answer to the Syrah/Shiraz question?  Here it is:  The Syrah grape originates in southern France’s Rhone Valley where it produces bold, spicy reds. When the grape was transplanted to Australia it became known as Shiraz. (No one knows why.)  Bring your wine questions and your appetite June 25th.  Reservations are requested.  www.crushedgrapegr.com