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Campbell Mattin94= points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2023
- Brand Bannockburn Vineyards
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Bannockburn Chardonnay 2023"Bannockburn is consistently rated amongst Australia's finest Chardonnays and ..."$74.99 -
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- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2015
- Brand Domaine Leroy
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Maison Leroy Bourgogne Blanc 2015"With hints of white flower and grapefruit that give way to precise minerality..."$499.99 -
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The Real Review95 points
- Variety Semillon
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Moss Wood
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Moss Wood Ribbon Vale Botrytis Semillon 2018 (375mL)"This is a natural sweet wine style made only in years when Moss Wood have a s..."$50.00 -
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- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Domaine Thibault Liger-Belair
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Thibault Liger-Belair Bourgogne Chardonnay Les Charmes 2020"Excellent quality white Burgundy. The fruit is grown in the Macconnais from v..."$65.00 -
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Ian D'Agata94 points
- Variety Pecorino
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Tiberio Winery
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Tiberio Pecorino 2022"Winemaker Cristiana Tiberio's reputation has been on a steady rise, but many ..."$85.00 -
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Ian D'Agata96 points
- Variety Trebbiano
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Tiberio Winery
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Tiberio Trebbiano d'Abruzzo Fonte Canale 2020"100% Trebbiano d’Abruzzese massal selection grapes, original to property; 93 ..."$250.00 -
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Andrew Caillard96 points
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James Suckling94 points
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Huon Hooke94 points
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Gary Walsh93 points
- Variety Grenache Blend
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Yangarra Estate
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Yangarra Ovitelli Blanc 2021"Yangarra Ovitelli Blanc 2021 is an exquisite wine that offers a truly captiva..."$65.00 -
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Andrew Caillard97 points
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James Suckling95 points
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Gary Walsh94 points
- Variety Roussanne
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Yangarra Estate
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Yangarra Roux Beaute Roussanne 2021"Yangarra Roux Beaute Roussanne 2021 is an exceptional wine that offers a trul..."$64.99 -
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Huon Hooke96 points
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Ned Goodwin MW,95 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Bannockburn Vineyards
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Bannockburn 'Grigsby' Chardonnay 2022"Certified organic. Lucas Grigsby is a Bannockburn legend. He has been the vit..."$74.99 -
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Huon Hooke95 points
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Ned Goodwin MW,95 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Bannockburn Vineyards
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Bannockburn 'S.R.H.' Chardonnay 2022"The S.R.H needs little introduction. It is, without doubt, one of the finest ..."$84.99 -
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Huon Hooke95 points
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Ned Goodwin MW,95 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Bannockburn Vineyards
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Bannockburn 'S.R.H.' Chardonnay Magnum 2022"The S.R.H needs little introduction. It is, without doubt, one of the finest ..."$179.99 -
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Campbell Mattin94 points
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James Halliday96 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Bannockburn Vineyards
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Bannockburn Chardonnay 2022"Bannockburn is consistently rated amongst Australia's finest Chardonnays and ..."$68.00 -
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Jeb Dunnuck100 points
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Vinous99 points
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The Wine Advoca97 points
- Variety Marsanne / Roussanne
- Vintage 2015
- Brand JL-Chave
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Domaine Jean-Louis Chave L'Hermitage Blanc 2015"Jean-Louis Chave is recognised as one of the greatest wine estates in the wor..."$624.99 -
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James Halliday95 points
- Variety Syrah
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Helen's Hill
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Helen's Hill Hill Top Syrah 2019"The Helen’s Hill wine range celebrates passion, persistence and the genuine c..."$21.99 -
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- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Moss Wood
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Moss Wood Chardonnay 2022"Medium straw hue with green tints. Bright condition. An absolutely typical Mo..."$89.99 -
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Gary Walsh93 points
- Variety Arneis
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Sparrow & Vine
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.8% Alcohol
Sparrow and Vine Alpine Valleys Arneis 2022"Arneis is is an Italian variety, native to the hills of Piedmont. It’s not a ..."$29.99 -
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- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2015
- Brand Stonestreet
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Stonestreet Alexander Valley Chardonnay 2015""Stonestreet Estate Cabernet Sauvignon is a pure refection of our high-elevat..."$79.00 -
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Gary Walsh96+ points
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Erin Larkin97+ points
- Variety Semillon
- Vintage 2017
- Brand Tyrrell's
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 11.5% Alcohol
Tyrrells Vat 1 Semillon 2017"Tyrrell's is a renowned winery with a long-standing history in the Hunter Val..."$86.99 -
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.