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James Suckling90 points
- Variety Pinot Grigio
- Vintage 2023
- Brand Italo Cescon
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Cescon 'Vino Dellamicizia' Friuli Doc Pinot Grigio 2023"Classic Italian Pinot Grigio - our best selling imported white wine. Made by ..."$29.99 -
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- Variety Pinot Grigio
- Vintage *Vintage may vary
- Brand Mezzacorona
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 11.8% Alcohol
Forte Alto Pinot Grigio"Forte Alto Pinot Grigio is carefully crafted with passion and expertise, draw..."$22.99 -
- Variety Pinot Blanc
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Girlan
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Girlan Alto Adige Plattenriegl Pinot Bianco 2022"A single-site Pinot Bianco, this comes from the Plattenriegl vineyard that si..."$50.00 -
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Vinous90 points
- Variety Pinot Blanc
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Girlan
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Girlan Platt & Riegl Pinot Bianco "Sudtirol-Alto Adige" 2019""The 2019 Platt & Riegl from Cantina Girlan takes all of the refreshing and t..."$54.00 -
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United Cellars94 points
- Variety Pinot Grigio
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Farina
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Le Pezze Pinot Grigio 2022"Le Pezze Pinot Grigio 2022 is an exquisite wine that will take your taste bud..."$24.99 -
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- Variety Pinot Grigio
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Maretti
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Maretti Friuli Pinot Grigio 2022"Pale yellow in colour with a vital fruity aroma. This is vibrant with stonefr..."$23.99 -
- Variety Garganega
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Maretti
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Maretti Soave 2022"A unique and alluring wine showcasing peach, honey dew and lemon citrus aroma..."$23.99 -
- Variety Arneis
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Matteo Correggia
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Matteo Correggia Arneis 2021"The nose has intense aromas of fruit with golden apple and banana. Followed b..."$44.99 -
- Variety Arneis
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Monchiero
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Monchiero Langhe Arneis 2021"Monchiero is nestled in the picturesque commune of Castiglione Falletto in th..."$40.00 -
- Variety Garganega
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Monte Tondo
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Monte Tondo Mito Soave Doc 2022"100% Garganega. Intense bouquet of white blossom, with citrus and nashi pear...."$18.99 -
- Variety White Blends
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Pieropan
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Pieropan Soave Classico DOC 2022"The Pieropan Soave Classico DOC 2022 is a white wine (Garganega 85%, Trebbian..."$33.00 -
- Variety Cortese
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Pio Cesare
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Pio Cesare Gavi D.O.C.G. 2022"Pio Cesare have been making wines in their ancient cellars in central Alba fo..."$54.99 -
- Variety Grillo
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Poggio Anima
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Poggio Anima 'Uriel' Grillo Sicilia DOC 2022"Uriel, the archangel of repentance. Uriel played a very important role in anc..."$21.99 -
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Gary Walsh94 points
- Variety White Blends
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Tenuta Di Agaea
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Tenuta Di Aglaea Terre Bianco 2016"Tenuta Aglaea is a tiny estate on the North side of Etna covering only 1.8 he..."$69.99 -
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- Variety Catarratto
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Terre di Vita
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Terre di Vita Decimani 'Lucido' 2022"Energising, citrus-laden organic white from Sicily. Grown between 460-600m..."$36.99 -
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Ian D'Agata94 points
- Variety Pecorino
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Tiberio Winery
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Tiberio Pecorino 2022"Winemaker Cristiana Tiberio's reputation has been on a steady rise, but many ..."$85.00 -
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Ian D'Agata96 points
- Variety Trebbiano
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Tiberio Winery
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Tiberio Trebbiano d'Abruzzo Fonte Canale 2020"100% Trebbiano d’Abruzzese massal selection grapes, original to property; 93 ..."$250.00 -
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Angus Hughson93 points
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James Suckling91 points
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Wine Spectator91 points
- Variety Carricante
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Tornatore Wines
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Tornatore Etna Bianco 2021"Tornatore Etna Bianco 2021 is an exquisite white wine that is sure to delight..."$43.99 -
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- Variety Verdicchio
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Umani Ronchi
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Umani Ronchi Verdicchio DOC Vecchie Vigne 2020"The Pieropan Soave Classico DOC 2022 is a white wine (Garganega 85%, Trebbian..."$65.00 -
- Variety Pinot Grigio
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Aquilani
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Aquilani Pinot Grigio 2020"With a wine history dating back more than 4,000 years and a climate ideally s..."$16.89 -
- Variety Carricante
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Azienda-Agricola-Sofia
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Azienda Agricola Sofia 'Gioacchino' Etna Bianco 2019"90% Carricante & 10% Catarratto. Grown on Volcanic Soils from the Contrada "P..."$59.99
White Wine
White wine is made from white or light-colored grape varieties. Unlike red wine, the juice from white grapes is not in contact with the grape skins during fermentation, which is why white wine is typically a pale yellow or straw color. Some of the most common types of white wine include Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, and Pinot Grigio. The flavors of white wine can range from fruity and floral to mineral and tangy, depending on the grape variety and winemaking methods used. White wine is typically chilled before serving and is often paired with lighter foods such as fish, chicken, and salads.
White wines can also be oaked or unoaked, oaked white wines have been aged in oak barrels which gives the wine a creamy, buttery, vanilla notes. Whereas unoaked white wines are aged in stainless steel tanks which gives the wine a crisp and fresh taste. Some white wines are also fermented or aged in contact with their own lees (dead yeast cells) which gives the wine a fuller body and more complex aromas.
Different regions also have their signature white wines, for instance, white wine from Burgundy region of France is known for its Chardonnay grape variety which gives the wine a rich, complex, and buttery notes, whereas white wine from Alsace region of France is known for its Riesling grape variety which gives the wine a floral, mineral, and tangy notes.
White wine can be made using a variety of techniques and methods, each of which can affect the final taste and quality of the wine. For example, some winemakers use "skin contact" techniques to extract more flavor and color from the grapes. This is done by leaving the juice in contact with the grape skins for a short period of time before fermenting. This can add more body and texture to the wine, as well as a subtle color change. On the other hand, some winemakers use "sur lie" aging to give the wine a creamier texture and more complex aromas. Sur lie aging refers to the practice of leaving the wine on its lees (dead yeast cells) for an extended period of time, which can add complexity and depth to the wine's aroma and flavor.
The alcohol content of white wine can vary, but it is typically around 11-14% alcohol by volume (ABV). Some white wines, particularly those from warmer regions or those made using certain techniques, can have a higher alcohol content. For example, some Chardonnay wines produced in Napa Valley, California can reach up to 15% alcohol by volume.
The flavor and aroma of white wine can be influenced by many factors, including the grape variety, the terroir (soil, climate, and topography) of the vineyard, and the winemaking techniques used. For example, a Chardonnay from a cool climate region will have a high acidity and crisp flavors, while a Chardonnay from a warm climate region will have a higher alcohol content, a more full-bodied texture, and a more tropical fruit profile.
Some white wines are best consumed young and fresh, while others are meant to be aged for several years. For example, Sauvignon Blanc is typically consumed young, while a white Burgundy made from Chardonnay grapes can be aged for several years.
Some white wines are meant to be enjoyed as aperitif, while others are meant to be enjoyed with food. Aperitif wines are typically light-bodied, crisp, and dry and are consumed before a meal to stimulate the appetite, while food-friendly wines are typically more full-bodied, complex and can complement or contrast flavors of the food.
White wine can also be sparkling, such as Champagne and Prosecco, which are made using the traditional method of secondary fermentation in the bottle. Sparkling wines are typically made from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier grapes and can vary in sweetness, dryness, and effervescence.