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- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Corofin
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Corofin Carter Ashmore North Corner Chardonnay 2018""Our ambition with all Corofin wines is to transmit a sense of place first, o..."$62.00 -
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Vinous90 points
- Variety Pinot Blanc
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Girlan
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Girlan Platt & Riegl Pinot Bianco "Sudtirol-Alto Adige" 2019""The 2019 Platt & Riegl from Cantina Girlan takes all of the refreshing and t..."$54.00 -
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Gary Walsh94 points
- Variety White Blends
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Tenuta Di Agaea
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Tenuta Di Aglaea Terre Bianco 2016"Tenuta Aglaea is a tiny estate on the North side of Etna covering only 1.8 he..."$69.99 -
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Stuart Pigott95 points
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Stephan Reinhar92 points
- Variety Riesling
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Dr. Loosen
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
2019 Dr Loosen Ürziger Würzgarten Auslese"The 2019 Ürziger Würzgarten Riesling Auslese is clear and bright on the still..."$64.00 -
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James Halliday'96 points
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Huon Hooke95 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2018
- Brand A Rodda Wines
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
A. Rodda Willow Lake Chardonnay 2018"Adrian Rodda's time at Oakridge under the esteemed David Bicknell shaped much..."$50.00 -
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Wine Spectator90 points
- Variety Albarino
- Vintage 2011
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type White
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- Variety Sauvignon Blanc
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Andre Dezat
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Andre Dezat Sancerre 2020"The DEZAT family is one of the oldest wine-growing families in Sancerre. Refe..."$54.99 -
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Huon Hooke96 points
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James Suckling94 points
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James Halliday94 points
- Variety Semillon
- Vintage 2013
- Brand Andrew Thomas
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 10.6% Alcohol
Andrew Thomas 'Braemore' Semillon Cellar Reserve 2013"The Braemore vineyard is one of the finest plots of Semillon in the Hunter Va..."$65.00 -
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James Halliday97 points
- Variety Semillon
- Vintage 2014
- Brand Andrew Thomas
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 10.8% Alcohol
Andrew Thomas 'Braemore' Semillon Cellar Reserve 2014"The wine will mellow and flesh out well with lemon curd and toast characters,..."$64.99 -
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- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Apsley Gorge
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 14.1% Alcohol
Apsley Gorge Chardonnay 2018"Tasmania's Apsley Gorge is a world apart. The location is unique, the vineyar..."$69.99 -
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Apsley Gorge
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 14.1% Alcohol
Apsley Gorge Chardonnay 2020"Tasmania's Apsley Gorge is a world apart. The location is unique, the vineyar..."$74.99 -
- Variety Tsitska
- Vintage 2018
- Brand None
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Archil Guniava's Wine Cellar Tsitska Imereti 2018"Archil Guniava’s vineyard and Cellarare located in Zestaphoni, Kvaliti Villag..."$55.00 -
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James Halliday94 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2011
- Brand Chapman Grove
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Atticus Margaret River Chardonnay 2011"Single Vineyard Margaret River Chardonnay; A delightfully complex wine that i..."$58.00 -
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- Variety Carricante
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Azienda-Agricola-Sofia
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Azienda Agricola Sofia 'Gioacchino' Etna Bianco 2019"90% Carricante & 10% Catarratto. Grown on Volcanic Soils from the Contrada "P..."$59.99 -
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James Halliday91 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2001
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type White
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James Halliday96 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Bannockburn Vineyards
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Bannockburn Chardonnay 2018"Whole bunch pressed, settled overnight and then wild fermented in French oak ..."$62.99 -
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Campbell Mattin93 points
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James Halliday96 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Bannockburn Vineyards
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Bannockburn Chardonnay 2019"Whole bunch pressed, settled overnight and then wild fermented in French oak ..."$61.00 -
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Campbell Mattin93+ points
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James Halliday95 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Bannockburn Vineyards
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Bannockburn Chardonnay 2020"Whole bunch pressed, settled overnight and then wild fermented in French oak ..."$60.01 -
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Campbell Mattin93+ points
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James Halliday95 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Bannockburn Vineyards
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Bannockburn Chardonnay 2021"FINALIST IN THE HALLIDAY WINE COMPANION WINERY OF THE YEAR Whole bunch pre..."$60.01 -
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.