. Most of us aren’t opening wine for a five-course dinner party. We’re pouring a glass while pasta boils, while catching up with our kids, or while finally sitting down after a long day. Weeknight wine doesn’t need to be complicated — it just needs to work with what’s already on your plate. Here’s how to choose confidently, with real examples you can recognize at the store. Start With the Weight of the Meal Before you think about regions or labels, ask: Is this meal light or