| | | Chardonnay |  | The most popular varietal used to produce white wines around the world, the Chardonnay grape allows wine makers to produce wines that can range in style from tropical fruits with crisp acidity to butter laden full bodied wines that are a natural complement to heavier dishes. In considering Chardonnays, as with many wines, the less complex wines are generally less expensive. With each additional effort to add complexity or subtle enhancements to the final wine, the winemaker increases the cost of production, and thus the retail price. (Barrels, Aging, Malolactic fermentation, etc) For beginners it is not unusual to enjoy less expensive wines over more mature or aged versions. Review our current selection on this page by clicking on the grapes. |
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| | | | Sauvignon Blanc |
 | Originally the indigenous grape in Southwest France, this grape gets its name from the French terms for Wild & White! Widely planted throughout all three major grape growing regions of the world (Australia/New Zealand, America & Europe) In its regular form, winemakers generally produce Sauvignon Blanc to be crisp, dry and refreshing, with a range of tastes from grass to crisp green granny smith apples. The climate of the Loire & New Zealand, with longer growing seasons of these cool areas can bring rich tropical fruit notes to the wine. A great accompaniment to cheese, especially a rich goat cheese this style of wine complements well the tastes I associate with Sushi! Review our current selection on this page by clicking on the grapes. |
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| | | | Riesling |  | Rieslings have come a long way in the past decade! Historically a German varietal that has long been associated with sweet wines, the new age of winemakers are producing many award winning riesling styles now that are much drier on the palette any less cloying in the mouth. Riesling wines are now produced the world over, and the impact of the terroir or local environment has much to do with the final flavors of this wine. (If you have time and want to have some fun with the German language, come ask Holly about the German classification for Rieslings from Auslese to Trockenbeerenauslese! Review our current selection on this page by clicking on the grapes. |
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| | | | Other Whites ~ Gewurztraminer, Gargegna, White Blends |  | It can be so very easy to overlook the other great white wines from around the world, from the rich & floral Viognier, to the silky Soave & fruity Pinot Grigios. When you want to drink white, but don't want a Chadonnay, this is your section to browse through. There is not as much information in the marketplace about the varietals used in some appellations in France and Italy, so although you may not recognize the grape variety, you most certainly may recognize the labels or producers. Review our current selection on this page by clicking on the grapes. |
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