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James Halliday97 points
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Gary Walsh96 points
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James Halliday'96 points
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James Suckling98 points
- Variety Riesling
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Grosset
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Grosset 'Polish Hill' Riesling 2022"This wine is often regarded as Australia's best Riesling. While fresh and dri..."$75.00 -
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James Halliday'96 points
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Huon Hooke95 points
- Variety Riesling
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Grosset
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Grosset G110 Riesling 2022"Purity, drive, a vibrant quality that gives us pause. There is power that bui..."$125.00 -
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- Variety Riesling
- Vintage 2023
- Brand Grosset
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Grosset G110 Riesling 2023"Purity, drive, a vibrant quality that gives us pause. There is power that bui..."$125.00 -
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Campbell Mattin96 points
- Variety Riesling
- Vintage 2023
- Brand Grosset
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.9% Alcohol
Grosset Polish Hill Riesling 2023"This surprises with its almost riotous aromatics. Delightful floral aromas wi..."$78.99 -
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Campbell Mattin96 points
- Variety Riesling
- Vintage 2023
- Brand Grosset
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.9% Alcohol
Grosset Springvale Riesling 2023"After 23 years, Grosset Springvale Vineyard has ‘come of age’. This rare comb..."$54.99 -
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Gilbert and Gai95 points
- Variety Chardonnay / Pinot Noir
- Vintage NV
- Brand Grosset
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Gosset Brut Champagne 15 ans de cave a minima NV"Cellared last century and launched March 2016. Gosset’s new cuvée has rested ..."$287.00 -
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Campbell Mattin94 points
- Variety Riesling
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Grosset
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Grosset 'Alea' Riesling 2018"With its first vintage in 2012, ‘Alea’ is the most recent addition to the Gro..."$34.99 -
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- Variety Riesling
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Grosset
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Grosset 'Alea' Riesling 2020"With its first vintage in 2012, ‘Alea’ is the most recent addition to the Gro..."$36.99 -
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Huon Hooke92 points
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Mike Bennie91 points
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James Halliday'95 points
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James Suckling93 points
- Variety Riesling
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Grosset
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Grosset 'Alea' Riesling 2021"There’s a subtlety about this vintage of Grosset Alea: delicate floral perfum..."$41.99 -
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Tyson Stelzer94 points
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Toni Paterson M95 points
- Variety Fiano
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Grosset
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Grosset 'Apiana' Fiano 2018"This rare variety was planted at the Grosset Rockwood Vineyard (ACO certified..."$39.99 -
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- Variety Fiano
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Grosset
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Grosset 'Apiana' Fiano 2019"This rare variety was planted at the Grosset Rockwood Vineyard (ACO certified..."$39.99 -
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Huon Hooke89 points
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James Halliday'93 points
- Variety Fiano
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Grosset
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Grosset 'Apiana' Fiano 2021"This rare variety was planted at the Grosset Rockwood Vineyard (ACO certified..."$47.99 -
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Huon Hooke97 points
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Huon Hooke97 points
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Mike Bennie95 points
- Variety Riesling
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Grosset
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Grosset 'Polish Hill' Riesling 2018"This wine is often regarded as Australia's best Riesling. While fresh and dri..."$56.00 -
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Huon Hooke96 points
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Mike Bennie95 points
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James Halliday'96 points
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James Suckling96 points
- Variety Riesling
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Grosset
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Grosset 'Polish Hill' Riesling 2021"This wine is often regarded as Australia's best Riesling. While fresh and dri..."$69.99 -
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Mike Bennie94 points
- Variety Riesling
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Grosset
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.7% Alcohol
Grosset 'Springvale' Riesling 2018"‘The Springvale vineyard is unique on two fronts: First, its odd shape accura..."$39.99 -
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Huon Hooke94 points
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Mike Bennie94 points
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James Suckling94 points
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James Halliday'93 points
- Variety Riesling
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Grosset
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Grosset 'Springvale' Riesling 2021"The great 2021 vintage expresses itself at Springvale as subtle lemon and lim..."$47.99 -
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Tyson Stelzer96 points
- Variety Riesling
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Grosset
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Grosset 'Springvale' Riesling 2022"Gentle lime and lemongrass aromatics, precede a palate that shows evidence of..."$50.00 -
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- Variety Riesling
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Grosset
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Grosset G110 Riesling 2021"Purity, drive, a vibrant quality that gives us pause. There is power that bui..."$120.00 -
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Mike Bennie92 points
- Variety Riesling
- Vintage 2013
- Brand Grosset
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Grosset Polish Hill Riesling 2013"Jeffrey Grosset is regarded as one of the countries best Riesling Winemakers...."$94.00 -
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Campbell Mattin93+ points
- Variety Riesling
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Grosset
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.7% Alcohol
Grosset Polish Hill Riesling 2019"“Most would consider that Grosset Polish Hill is always produced from low yie..."$59.99 -
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Campbell Mattin93+ points
- Variety Riesling
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Grosset
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.7% Alcohol
Grosset Polish Hill Riesling 2019 Magnum"“Most would consider that Grosset Polish Hill is always produced from low yie..."$149.99 -
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Campbell Mattin93+ points
- Variety Riesling
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Grosset
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.7% Alcohol
Grosset Polish Hill Riesling 2020"“There’s an initial shyness on the nose, not surprising given the history of ..."$61.00 -
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James Halliday94 points
- Variety Sauvignon Blanc/Semillon
- Vintage 2000
- Brand Grosset
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 11.5% Alcohol
Grosset Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2000""This excellent produced an outstanding example of this blend. It is certain ..."$30.00 -
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- Variety Riesling
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Grosset
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.9% Alcohol
Grosset Springvale Riesling 2019"A swirl of the glass will unleash the potent aromas of this very different vi..."$42.99
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.