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Gary Walsh94 points
- Variety Riesling
- Vintage 2023
- Brand Adelina Wines
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 11.2% Alcohol
Adelina Watervale Riesling 2023"This wine offers a delightful array of flavors, showcasing vibrant green appl..."$28.00 -
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- Variety Aranel
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Berton Vineyards
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Berton Vineyards Winemakers Reserve Aranel 2021"An extremely rare variety, this planting of Aranel is grown by a family in th..."$20.00 -
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Bicknell FC
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Bicknell FC 'Applecross' Yarra Valley Chardonnay 2021"Bicknell FC is one of the most exciting new producers in the country. Led by ..."$54.99 -
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Wine Pilot92 points
- Variety Pinot Gris
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Black Cottage
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Black Cottage Pinot Gris 2022""At the Black Cottage, we are dedicated to producing a range of wines full of..."$23.99 -
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- Variety Pinot Gris
- Vintage 2023
- Brand Black Cottage
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Black Cottage Pinot Gris 2023""At the Black Cottage, we are dedicated to producing a range of wines full of..."$24.99 -
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Wine Pilot96 points
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Mike Bennie95 points
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Huon Hooke95 points
- Variety Semillon
- Vintage 2015
- Brand Brokenwood
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 10.8% Alcohol
Brokenwood ILR Reserve Semillon 2015"Harvesting all by hand. The fruit was crushed, chilled and pressed immediatel..."$119.99 -
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Ray Jordan98 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Castelli Estate
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Castelli Il Liris Chardonnay 2020"The Il Liris 2020 is our flagship Chardonnay, made to be a true reflection of..."$74.99 -
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Robert Parker's95 points
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Jancis Robinson16 points
- Variety White Blends
- Vintage 2005
- Brand Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte
- Cellaring None
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte Blanc 2005"Usually Sauvignon Blanc-dominant, with around 5% each of Sémillon and Sauvig..."$259.99 -
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Canberra Intern95 points
- Variety Riesling
- Vintage 2023
- Brand Claymore Wines
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Claymore Joshua Tree Riesling 2023"Made from a blend of parcels drawn from their three Riesling sites, this wine..."$17.00 -
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Alistair Cooper92 points
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Sam Kim4.5 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Cote Des Sommets
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Cote Des Sommets Chardonnay 2022"Wonderfully intense nose boasting a great deal of complexity: white peach, ri..."$26.99 -
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- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2017
- Brand Domaine Jean-Claude Bessin
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Domaine Bessin-Tremblay Chablis Vieilles Vignes 2017"Drawn from three hectares on the steep slopes opposite Fourchaume, Bessin’s f..."$99.00 -
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The Wine Advoca91 points
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Allen Meadows91 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Domaine Jean-Claude Bessin
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Domaine Bessin-Tremblay Chablis Vieilles Vignes 2019"Drawn from three hectares on the steep slopes opposite Fourchaume, Bessin’s f..."$99.00 -
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Allan Meadows95 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Bouchard Père and Fils
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Domaine Bouchard Pere et Fils Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru 2021"Renowned and respected as one of the finest producers in Burgundy, Bouchard P..."$599.01 -
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Jasper Morris M98 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Bouchard Père and Fils
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Domaine Bouchard Pere et Fils Montrachet Grand Cru 2021"Renowned and respected as one of the finest producers in Burgundy, Bouchard P..."$2,590.01 -
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- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Domaine Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Domaine Bruno Colin Chassagne-Montrachet "Les Chenevottes" 1er Cru 2021"Michel Colin was the third generation in his family to grow grapes in Burgund..."$309.99 -
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Gary Walsh92 points
- Variety Aligote
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Domaine Chavy Chouet
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Domaine Chavy Chouet Bourgogne Aligote Les Marechaux 2021"Romaric Chavy has wasted no time in staking a claim as one of Burgundy’s next..."$55.00 -
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Sam Kim4.5 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Domaine Chavy Chouet
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Domaine Chavy Chouet Bourgogne Blanc Les Femelottes 2021"Sourced from vines with an average age of 40 years. Matured for 10 months in ..."$90.00 -
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Jancis Robinson16.5 points
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Alistair Cooper94 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Domaine Chavy Chouet
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Domaine Chavy Chouet Bourgogne Blanc Les Saussots 2021"Les Saussots is a rounded, expressive wine of exceptional flavour and class."$90.00 -
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Jasper Morris M91 points
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Neal Martin92 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 Clos Des Corvees 2020"Sourced from vines with an average age of 65 years old. Matured for 10 months..."$150.00 -
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Jasper Morris M90 points
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Mark Faber93 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 Casse Tetes 2020"A "casse tête" in French is a conundrum or puzzle and the name of this plot r..."$149.99 -
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Jasper Morris M90 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Domaine Chavy Chouet
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Domaine Chavy Chouet Meursault Les Grands Charrons 2021"The Chavy-Chouet estate is located in Meursault. The 15-hectare estate, manag..."$224.99 -
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Jasper Morris M94 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Domaine Chavy Chouet
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Domaine Chavy Chouet Puligny Montrachet 1er Cru Les Folatieres 2021"Les Folatieres is a .3 hectare plot located in the middle of a steep slope, w..."$375.00 -
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Decanter94 points
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Jasper Morris M92 points
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Burghound91 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Henri Boillot
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Domaine Henri Boillot Meursault 2020"The 2020 vintage for white Burgundy has been heralded as one of the best in r..."$245.00 -
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- Variety White Blends
- Vintage 2022
- Brand Domaine Simha
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type White
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Domaine Simha Paysan Fleur Sauvage Tasmania 2022"METHOD NATUREL Handmade in small terracotta amphorae. Wild fermented on ski..."$33.99
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.