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Welcome to the shopping section of our web site where we provide thousands of wines for sale along with instructive information and tools powered by Wine.com. Browse below for our selection of white wine varietals for sale.
Bordeaux Blends Typically made from Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc, and bits of Muscadelle, white Bordeaux can be a fully dry table wine or, as in Sauternes, a deliciously sweet dessert wine. In other areas of the world, a Bordeaux blend consists primarily of Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon, either of which may be the predominant variety. Bordeaux blends can vary in style, but most have good acidity with an occasional mineral overtone.
Chardonnay Chardonnay varies greatly with climate, soil and winemaking - but it adapts just about anywhere, which is what makes it so popular. Its native home is Burgundy, France. Other popular Chardonnay regions include California (just about everywhere), Oregon, Washington, Other US, Australia, South Africa, South America and New Zealand.
Chenin Blanc The versatility of Chenin Blanc allows it to produce wines both dry and sweet, still and sparkling. The most notable regions for Chenin are the Loire Valley and South Africa. Successful regions include Loire Valley, South Africa, some California. Common descriptors include honey, damp straw, green apple, floral, mineral.
Gewurztraminer Gewurz, the german term for spice, adequately describes the aromas and flavors that permeate wines made from the Gewurztraminer grape. Successful regions include Alsace, Germany. Common descriptors include lychee nut, floral, perfume.
Gruner Veltliner The name may be intimidating but the grape is nothing but. This variety is increasing in popularity as more people discover its delicious qualities. Successful regions include Austria. Common descriptors include white pepper, tropical fruits, minerals, green beans.
Muscat The Muscat grape is one of the oldest grape varieties known to the wine world. Instead of being just one grape, Muscat encompasses a family of grapes, found in a range of hues - from white to brown to near black. Successful regions include France, Italy, Australia, South Africa, Portugal, United States. Common descriptors include grapey, musky, orange peel.
Pinot Blanc Pinot Blanc is a refreshing wine with good acidity. It offers delicate aromas of apples, pears, and some minerality. Successful regions include Alsace, Italy, Oregon. Common Descriptors include apple, pear, nut, minerals, light, dry, pleasant.
Pinot Gris / Grigio The same grape, but different styles - both are flavorful, but wine named Pinot Gris typically provides more body and rounder fruits while Pinot Grigio gives lighter-bodied, citrus fruits. Successful regions include Alsace, Italy, Oregon, California. Common descriptors include peach, pear, floral, citrus.
Rhône Blends White Rhone blends consist of two or more white grapes from its namesake region. This includes Viognier, Rousanne, Marsanne and Grenache Blanc, which are the most popular. Successful regions include Rhone, California, Australia, South Africa. Common descriptors include honeysuckle, green apple, peach, nut, spice.
Riesling From bone dry to lusciously sweet, Riesling is delicious at any sugar level, with its intense aromas and steely acidity. Successful regions include Germany, Alsace, Austria, Australia, New Zealand, Washington State, California, New York State. Common descriptors include steely, peach, mineral, floral, petrol, orange blossom, citrus.
Sauvignon Blanc One of the most distinctive grapes in aroma and flavors, Sauvignon Blanc is a highly aromatic variety that does well in both the old and new world. Successful regions include Loire Valley, New Zealand, California, Chile, Italy. Common descriptors include grass, lemon, grapefruit, passion fruit.
Semillon Semillon is a heavier grape, with low acids and an almost oily texture. It is integral in producing the sweet wines of Sauternes & Barsac as it is perfect for making botrytis wines. Successful regions include Bordeaux, Australia, California. Common descriptors for Sweet Styles include honey, beeswax, vanilla, lanolin, toast. Common descriptors for Dry Styles include lemon, stone fruit, grass.
Viognier
Wine from the Viognier grape attacks your nose with notes of peach, apricot and other tropical fruits. Aromatic to say the least, this varietal is tough to grow. Successful regions include Northern Rhone, Australia, California. Common descriptors include apricot, honeysuckle, peach.
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