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- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Domaine Arnaud Tessier
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Domaine Tessier Meursault 1er Cru “Les Charmes-Dessus” 2018"At Domaine Tessier, the very healthy grapes, and millerand from their old vin..."$379.01 -
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Anne Boisson
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Anne Boisson Meursault 2019"Always one of the most open and immediately inviting of the wines on release,..."$240.00 -
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Chateau de Meursault
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Chateau De Meursault 1er Cru Les Charmes Meursault 2016"Château de Meursault was established in the 11th Century & is one of the most..."$179.99 -
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2014
- Brand Chateau de Meursault
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Chateau De Meursault Puligny Montrachet Champ Canet Premier Cru 2014"Château de Meursault was established in the 11th Century & is one of the most..."$179.99 -
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Domaine Arnaud Tessier
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Domaine Arnaud Tessier Meursault 'Les Casse Tetes' 2016"Domaine Arnaud Tessier is a rising star of Meursault’s producers. The Domaine..."$150.00 -
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Decanter91 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2014
- Brand Domaine Buisson Battault
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Domaine Buisson Battault Meursault Genevrieres 1er Cru 2014""Rich yet shy lime nose. Broad, full-bodied and concentrated palate showing a..."$209.99 -
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Wine Enthusiast93 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2015
- Brand Domaine Buisson Battault
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Domaine Buisson-Battault Bourgogne Blanc 2015"Domaine Buisson-Battault are consistent producers of first class Burgundy. Ma..."$64.99 -
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- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Domaine Chavy Chouet
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Domaine Chavy Chouet Meursault 1er Cru Les Charmes 2019"Romaric Chavy took over the estate in 2014, making him the eighth generation ..."$199.99 -
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Domaine Chavy Chouet
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Domaine Chavy Chouet Meursault Clos Des Corvees 2018"Sourced from vines with an average age of 65 years old. Matured for 10 months..."$119.99 -
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Huon Hooke93 points
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Vinous91 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Domaine Chavy Chouet
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Domaine Chavy Chouet Meursault Clos Des Corvees De Citeau Monopole 2019"The Clos des Corvees de Citeau is a .96 hectare vineyard located in Meursault..."$124.99 -
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Jasper Morris M92 points
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Neil Martin91 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Domaine Chavy Chouet
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Domaine Chavy Chouet Meursault Les Narvaux 2020"Rich and concentrated on the palate, with layer upon layer of flavour, this i..."$150.00 -
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Huon Hooke91 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Domaine Chavy Chouet
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Domaine Chavy Chouet Meursault Narvaux 2019"Made by Romaric Chavy, one of the up and coming young producers of the Cote d..."$124.99 -
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Jasper Morris M93 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Domaine Chavy Chouet
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Domaine Chavy Chouet Meursault Premier Cru Les Charmes 2020"Located right next to Puligny-Montrachet, the plot of Les Charmes was planted..."$250.00 -
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Huon Hooke91 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Domaine Chavy Chouet
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Domaine Chavy-Chouet Meursault “Casse-Têtes” 2019""Concentrated, powerful, and lively, Les Casse-Têtes is the very quintessence..."$124.99 -
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- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2007
- Brand Domaine Rougeot
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Domaine D'Auvenay Meursault Gouttes D'Or 1er Cru 2007"Owner Marc's knowledge of diverse wine making processes and the land, has led..."$4,200.00 -
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Jasper Morris M95 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Domaine de Montille
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Domaine De Montille Meursault 'Les Perrieres' 1er Cru 2019""Unwinding in the glass with scents of crisp green orchard fruit nutmeg Meyer..."$399.00 -
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The Wine Advoca93 points
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Vinous92 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Domaine Matrot
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Domaine Matrot Meursault 1er Cru Perrieres 2016"Shows aromas of white peach, white pepper and the distinctive stony edge of B..."$220.00 -
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Jasper Morris M93 points
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Wine Spectator92 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Domaine Matrot
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Domaine Matrot Meursault Blagny 1er 2019"Pale lemon and lime. A more restrained nose, far from the madding crowd of 20..."$180.00 -
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- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2017
- Brand Domaine Rougeot
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Domaine Rougeot 'La Combe Bazin' Saint-Romain 2017"Owner Marc's knowledge of diverse wine making processes and the land, has led..."$95.00 -
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2015
- Brand Domaine Rougeot
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Domaine Rougeot 'Les Santenots' Volnay 1er Cru 2015"The “Les Santenots” climat* is located in the northern part of Meursault faci..."$199.00 -
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2017
- Brand Domaine Rougeot
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Domaine Rougeot 'Sous La Velle' Meursault 2017"Owner Marc's knowledge of diverse wine making processes and the land, has led..."$169.00 -
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Domaine Rougeot
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Domaine Rouget Saint Romain 'La Combe Bazin' 2018"La Combe Bazin was planted in the 1920s and is the oldest vineyard at the dom..."$98.00 -
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Domaine Arnaud Tessier
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Domaine Tessier Meursault 1er Cru “Le Poruzot-Dessus” 2018"At Domaine Tessier, the very healthy grapes, and millerand from their old vin..."$225.01 -
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Domaine Arnaud Tessier
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Domaine Tessier Meursault 1er Cru “Les Genevrières” 2018"At Domaine Tessier, the very healthy grapes, and millerand from their old vin..."$240.00
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.