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Burghound92 points
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Wine Maniacs93 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Domaine Bernard Defaix
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Bernard Defaix Bougros Grand Cru 2018"If only Grand Crus were always such bargains... Full-bodied and long but this..."$189.99 -
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- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Domaine Christian Moreau Père et Fils
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Christian Moreau et fils Chablis Grand Cru 'Clos des Hospices dans Les Clos' 2020"The benefits of terroir, vine age and exposure and plain to see in the Christ..."$250.00 -
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Vinous93 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Domaine Christian Moreau Père et Fils
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Domaine Christian Moreau Chablis 1er cru Vaillon 2019"Possessing magnificent vineyard holdings built up in some of the very best vi..."$129.99 -
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Vinous94 points
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James Suckling94 points
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Allen Meadows94 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2017
- Brand William Fevre
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Domaine William Fevre Bougros Cote de Bouguerots Grand Cru Chablis 2017"The Fevre family has been an integral part of the Chablis landscape for upwar..."$200.00 -
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Decanter96 points
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Robert Parker's94 points
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Allen Meadows94 points
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John Gilman96 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2017
- Brand William Fevre
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Domaine William Fevre Les Clos Chablis Grand Cru 2017"The Fevre family has been an integral part of the Chablis landscape for upwar..."$239.99 -
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Vinous95 points
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Whisky Advocate95 points
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Allen Meadows94 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2017
- Brand William Fevre
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Domaine William Fevre Les Preuses Chablis Grand Cru 2017"The Fevre family has been an integral part of the Chablis landscape for upwar..."$200.00 -
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Vinous93 points
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James Suckling93 points
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Allen Meadows93 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2017
- Brand William Fevre
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Domaine William Fevre Montee de Tonnerre Chablis Premier Cru 2017"THE most recognised name in Chablis"$145.00 -
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- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Clos Martin
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Le Clos Martin Chablis 1er Cru 2018"The grapes of the Le Clos Martin are carefully sourced and the process of vin..."$59.99 -
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Clos Martin
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Le Comte Martin A.O.C Chablis 2018"The grapes of the Le Clos Martin are carefully sourced and the process of vin..."$43.99 -
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Clos Martin
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Le Comte Martin Chablis 1er Cru 2019"The grapes of the Le Clos Martin are carefully sourced and the process of vin..."$59.99 -
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Mark Faber95 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Clos Martin
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Le Comte Martin Chablis 1er Cru 2020"The grapes of the Le Clos Martin are carefully sourced and the process of vin..."$64.99 -
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Mark Faber94 points
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Alistair Cooper91 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Clos Martin
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Le Comte Martin Chablis A.O.C 2020"The grapes of the Le Clos Martin are carefully sourced and the process of vin..."$43.99 -
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Mark Faber92 points
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Alistair Cooper90 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Clos Martin
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Le Comte Martin Petit Chablis Aoc 2020"The grapes of the Le Clos Martin are carefully sourced and the process of vin..."$24.99 -
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- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Domaine Louis Moreau
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Louis Moreau Chablis 2018"In the heart of Chablis, in Burgundy, Louis Moreau produces and sells excepti..."$39.99 -
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The Wine Advoca93 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2017
- Brand Domaine Louis Moreau
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Louis Moreau Les Forneaux 1er Cru Chablis 2017"In the heart of Chablis, in Burgundy, Louis Moreau produces and sells excepti..."$59.99 -
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- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Clos Martin
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Louis Moreau Petit Chablis Aoc "Clos Martin" 2018"The grapes of the Le Clos Martin are carefully sourced and the process of vin..."$32.99 -
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The Wine Advoca93 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Domaine Louis Moreau
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Louis Moreau Vaudesir Grand Cru Chablis 2016"In the heart of Chablis, in Burgundy, Louis Moreau produces and sells excepti..."$124.99 -
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.