When the time comes to buy white wine to pair it with your next meal, do you feel confused and lost? Do you simply grab the first bottle you see and hope for the best?
There are countless varieties of white wines available, but here are 8 of the most common ones you should definitely try at least once.
1. Chardonnay
Chardonnay is a versatile, popular white wine. Chardonnay white grapes can grow under different climatic conditions, and they can be found in different areas around the world. The taste of Chardonnay white wine is often compared to the taste of fresh green apples, and this wine pairs well with fish and chicken dishes.
2. Pinot Grigio
Pinot Grigio grapes can be found in Italy, but also in many other areas, from Australia to the USA. Pinot Grigio white wine, also called Pinot Gris, is a very versatile wine that can be paired with different dishes. Its taste is often compared to the taste of fresh pear, citrus and melon.
3. Sauvignon Blanc
Like many types of white grapes, Sauvignon Blanc originates from France. They grow better in cool climates. If you want to buy white wine to go with a seafood meal, Sauvignon Blanc would be a great option. It also goes well with chicken and salad, and its taste is sometimes compared to freshly mown grass.
4. Gewürztraminer
Gewürztraminer white grape is at its very best when it is grown in Alsace. Gewürztraminer is a very aromatic white wine that can contain aromas of grapefruit, rose petals, or lychees. If you are about to enjoy Asian food, or a meal that contains pork or sausages, this could be the perfect white wine for you.
5. Semillon
Semillon grape can be found in France, but also in many other places around the world. Young Semillon white wine tastes like figs and melons, but it will gain different grassy or spicy aromas as it ages. Semillon can be paired with fish, clams, or pasta salad.
6. Muscat
Muscat white grape can grow all around the world. Muscat white wine is most of the time a sweet wine that is best enjoyed on its own, or with a delicious dessert. If you love fruity and musky wines, you will enjoy a Muscat with its grapefruit and orange aromas.
7. Marsanne
Marsanne white grape is often blended with other types of white grapes. It can also be used on its own to produce Marsanne white wine, with enjoyable flavours of almonds, pears, white peaches, and flowers. Marsanne can be paired with different types of seafood and shellfish, but also with chicken, veal, pork, and cheese.
8. Riesling
The Riesling white grape is very common in Germany, but it can grow in all wine regions around the world. Riesling white wine can be enjoyed with fish, pork and chicken, and its taste can be compared to the taste of citrus, green apple, apricot and peach.
