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Sam Kim93 points
- Variety Sauvignon Blanc
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Allegiance Wines
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Allegiance Wines 'Alumni' Tumbarumba Sauvignon Blanc 2021"The bouquet has attractive aromas of fresh tropical fruit, citrus and passion..."$28.00 -
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Winestate Magaz95 points
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Sam Kim93 points
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Max Crus9.2 points
- Variety Pinot Gris
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Allegiance Wines
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Allegiance Wines Thomas James Tumbarumba Pinot Gris 2021"Trophy – NSW Small Winemakers Show 2021 Top Gold Medal (96 points) – NSW Sma..."$24.99 -
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Winestate Magaz95 points
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Sam Kim93 points
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Max Crus9.2 points
- Variety Pinot Gris
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Allegiance Wines
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Allegiance Wines Thomas James Tumbarumba Pinot Gris 2022"This parcel comes from a single vineyard site at approximately 530m above sea..."$28.00 -
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Huon Hooke95 points
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Campbell Mattin95 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Collector Wines
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Collector Tiger Tiger Chardonnay 2021"The wine is fresh on the nose with aromas of white flowers, grapefruit and f..."$44.99 -
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- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Eden Road Wines
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
EDEN ROAD 'THE LONG ROAD' CHARDONNAY 2021"The 2021 vintage was incredible for Chardonnay in Tumbarumba"$25.99 -
- Variety Pinot Gris
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Eden Road Wines
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
EDEN ROAD 'THE LONG ROAD' PINOT GRIS 2021"A small amount of skin contact has encouraged a rose tinge to the colour."$26.99 -
- Variety Semillon
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Hungerford Hill
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.6% Alcohol
Hungerford Hill Preservative Free Hunter Valley Semillon 2018"Semillon from the Hunter Valley is a distinctive and unique wine. Semillon th..."$25.00 -
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Campbell Mattin92 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2017
- Brand Hungerford Hill
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.6% Alcohol
Hungerford Hill Preservative Free Tumbarumba Chardonnay 2017"2017 was a great vintage in Tumbarumba without any weather extremes compared ..."$34.99 -
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Gary Walsh93 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Hungerford Hill
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.6% Alcohol
Hungerford Hill Preservative Free Tumbarumba Chardonnay 2021"Hailing from the high-altitude region of Tumbarumba, this is a full bodied wh..."$25.00 -
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Campbell Mattin92 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Hungerford Hill
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.6% Alcohol
Hungerford Hill Tumbarumba Chardonnay 2016"Winner of 5 Gold Medals; Gold at the 2017 Rutherglen Wine Show, 2017 and 2018..."$34.99 -
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Sam Kim93 points
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Stephen Brook93 points
- Variety Sauvignon Blanc
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Secret Deals
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 11.0% Alcohol
Secret Deal Tumbarumba Sauvignon Blanc 2021"Gold Medal – 2021 China Wine & Spirits Awards Gold Medal – 2021 Gilbert & Ga..."$21.99 -
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.