White Wine

With so many different types of white wine, it may become hard to learn the difference between all of them. When you are at restaurant and provided with a wine list or in a liquor store searching through the different types of white wine, it is easy to become overwhelmed by all of the options. Here are a few tips to help you decide which white wine is perfect for you!

One of the most popular white wines is Chardonnay. The grapes that make this wine can be grown all over the world, so you will find bottles from places such as California, Australia, or France. This wine usually has a green apple or citrus flavoring to it. When drinking this wine you will find that is has buttery tones to it, which means that it has vanilla, toast, and coconut flavors in it. These flavors come from the oak barrels that it is fermented in. If you are at a restaurant, try pairing this wine with a fish or chicken dish to enhance the taste of both the wine and the meal.

Moscato is another type of white wine that you can choose from. You will find that many bottles of Moscato will come from Italy. When drinking Moscato you will find that it has a very fruity undertone and you will taste flavors such as oranges and tangerines. It is recommended to drink this wine on its own but if you are out to eat and need wine to pair with your dessert Moscato is the one you should order!

The last type of white wine that you should keep in mind before making your next wine purchase is Pinot grigio.  You will find most bottles coming from Italy, California, or France. This white wine can be paired with almost anything! Pinot grigio gives off a crisp taste that will not overload your palate so you can enjoy any dish with it. So next time you are at a restaurant and do not know what you want to eat, start with a pinot grigio so that your drink choice does not dictate your dinner choice.

If you are serving white wine at your house, keep in mind that how you present it and the temperature that you serve it at will impact the taste of the wine. Look for wine glasses that are narrower when serving white wine. By doing this your wine will have a greater aromatic concentration. Also, when it comes to temperature make sure your white wine is not too hot or not too cold. Try serving your white wine at a temperature between 45-50 °F for optimal taste!

White wine can range in where the grape originated from to what food you should be pairing it with, which is why it is important to get your facts straight about what wine you should be drinking before you order. Everything from what glass to use to the temperature of your white wine is key in making sure you are getting the best taste and experience out of your wine!