White wine

Theoretically, white wine can be produced from all grape varieties – including those with red hues. This is because the color of the wine comes primarily from the grape skins, which have minimal contact with the juice during white wine production. A white wine made from red grapes is called Blanc de Noir – however, white wine is most often made classically from lighter, yellowish-green grapes. Depending on the grape variety, various pressing and aging methods, as well as maceration times, are employed. Furthermore, there is considerable leeway in the residual sugar content, making bone-dry white wines just as possible as lusciously sweet Trockenbeerenauslese wines. All in all, white wine is a true all-rounder with endless potential.

Well-known white wine grape varieties include, for example, Riesling, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris, the Austrian Grüner Veltliner, or the German Silvaner.

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Fikardos – Xynisteri 2024
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Frequently asked questions about white wines

Dry white wines have very little residual sugar, while semi-dry white wines are somewhat sweeter because they contain more residual sugar. This affects the taste and sweetness of the wine.

Most white wines should be drunk within one to two years of bottling. However, some high-quality white wines, such as certain vintages of Chardonnay or Riesling, can be aged for several years and gain in complexity.

White wine should be served chilled, ideally at a temperature between 10 and 13 degrees Celsius. This best brings out the aromas and freshness of the wine.

White wine pairs perfectly with light dishes such as salads, fish, seafood, and white meat. Depending on the variety, it can also be combined well with spicy dishes or cheese.

White wine is made from white or red grapes whose skins are removed before fermentation. The juice is fermented, often in stainless steel tanks or oak barrels, and then filtered and bottled.