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- Variety Sauvignon Blanc
- Vintage 2023
- Brand Bleasdale
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Bleasdale Adelaide Hills Sauvignon Blanc 2023"Bleasdale Vineyards is Langhorne Creek's founding winery and Australia's seco..."$21.99 -
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Alistair Cooper90 points
- Variety Sauvignon Blanc
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Bodega Volcanes de Chile
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Bodega Volcanes De Chile Reserva Sauvignon Blanc 2021"Bright with a greenish hue. Citrus aromas and delightful minerality combine w..."$24.99 -
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- Variety Sauvignon Blanc
- Vintage 2023
- Brand Capel Vale
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Capel Vale 'Regional' Sauvignon Blanc 2023"This Western Australian benchmark for Sauvignon Blanc grapes displays kiwi f..."$21.99 -
- Variety Sauvignon Blanc
- Vintage 2023
- Brand Churton
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Churton Sauvignon Blanc 2023"From site selection and biodynamic practices through to low intervention wine..."$31.99 -
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Bob Campbell MW95 points
- Variety Sauvignon Blanc
- Vintage 2023
- Brand Cloudy Bay
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.3% Alcohol
Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2023"Established in 1985, Cloudy Bay was one of the first five wine makers to vent..."$50.00 -
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James Suckling96 points
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Mike Bennie94 points
- Variety Sauvignon Blanc
- Vintage 2011
- Brand Dog Point
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Dog Point 'Section 94' Sauvignon Blanc 2011"Section 94 is one of the world’s most distinct wines, and regularly named New..."$39.99 -
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- Variety Sauvignon Blanc
- Vintage 2023
- Brand Dog Point
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Dog Point Sauvignon Blanc 2023"Classic strong citrus characters with lemon and grapefruit prominent, complim..."$31.99 -
- Variety Sauvignon Blanc
- Vintage 2011
- Brand François Cotat
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Francois Cotat Cuvee Paul 2011"François Cotat Cuvee Paul 2011 is an exceptional wine that showcases the mast..."$249.00 -
- Variety Sauvignon Blanc
- Vintage 2022
- Brand François Cotat
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Francois Cotat Monts Damnes Sancerre 2022"Skeleton"$219.99 -
- Variety Sauvignon Blanc
- Vintage 2023
- Brand Greywacke
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Greywacke Sauvignon Blanc 2023"Always up there as the finest 2 or 3 Sauvignons in Marlborough every year, Gr..."$26.99 -
- Variety Sauvignon Blanc
- Vintage 2023
- Brand Illuminated Wines
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Illuminated Wines Sauvignon Blanc 2023"With its bright and lively acidity, this Sauvignon Blanc offers a burst of ci..."$18.99 -
- Variety Sauvignon Blanc
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Kono
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 11.0% Alcohol
Kono Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2023"Kono Wines is the only 100% Maori-owned Winery in New Zealand. "One of our co..."$19.99 -
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Sam Kim93 points
- Variety Sauvignon Blanc
- Vintage 2023
- Brand Kōpū
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.9% Alcohol
Kopu Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2023"The grapes for this wine came from two sites in the Awatere Valley and were m..."$19.99 -
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Ray Jordan95 points
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Gary Walsh93 points
- Variety Sauvignon Blanc
- Vintage 2023
- Brand Leeuwin Estate
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Leeuwin Estate 'Art Series' Sauvignon Blanc 2023"Leeuwin Estate is one of the founding wineries of the now famous Margaret Riv..."$30.99 -
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- Variety Sauvignon Blanc
- Vintage 2023
- Brand Miles From Nowhere
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Miles From Nowhere Sauvignon Blanc 2023"Intense aromas of lemon and limes generating a unique freshness with tropical..."$14.99 -
- Variety Sauvignon Blanc
- Vintage 2023
- Brand Riversdale Estate
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Riversdale Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2023"The Estate label encompasses fruit from 12–30-year-old vines & often from sin..."$30.99 -
- Variety Sauvignon Blanc
- Vintage 2022
- Brand S.C. Pannell
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
SC Pannell Sauvignon Blanc 2022"Expresses the regional and varietal characters of Sauvignon Blanc. Fragrant, ..."$29.99 -
- Variety Sauvignon Blanc
- Vintage 2023
- Brand Shaw and Smith
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Shaw & Smith Sauvignon Blanc 2023"Hand-picked fruit, cool fermentation in stainless steel, maturation on lees a..."$29.99 -
- Variety Sauvignon Blanc
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Tempest Cove
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Tempest Cove Sauvignon Blanc 2018"The fruit sourced for this blend comes from a range of sites throughout Marlb..."$9.99 -
- Variety Sauvignon Blanc
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Lowlands
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
United Cellars Selection Sauvignon Blanc by Lowlands 2016"Enjoy now and over the next 2 years"$19.00 -
- Variety Sauvignon Blanc
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Zilzie
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Zilzie 'Selection 23' Sauvignon Blanc 2018"This wine was bottled early to retain fresh fruit characters."$6.99 -
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Gary Walsh92 points
- Variety Sauvignon Blanc
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Punt Road
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Airlie Bank Sauvignon Blanc 2019"A fairly vigorous fruit thinning was called for in 2019, with about 20% of th..."$19.99 -
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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 -
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.