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White Wine Grapes
Our Guide to White Wine Grape Types features
information and details for white wine grape varietals grown worldwide. We highlight the
typical characteristics of each grape variety and also include wine reviews and food and wine pairing tips.
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Chardonnay Wine Grape
This white wine variety is known for a full body and creamy or buttery
texture, as well as pear and green apple flavors. Chardonnays are an excellent wine pairing for
creamy sauces, soft cheeses, chicken and pork.
Go to: Chardonnay Wine Grape
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Chenin Blanc Wine
Grape
The best wines from Chenin Blanc come from Vouvray in the Loire Valley
of France, but this grape can struggle when grown outside of its home region. One of the few
other countries that does this wine well is South Africa.
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to: Chenin Blanc Wine
Grape
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Pinot Blanc Wine
Grape
This is one of the lightest bodied white wines, with a subtle, sophisticated
style. Best for dishes with delicate flavor as well as fresh cheeses.
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to: Pinot Blanc Wine
Grape
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Riesling Wine Grape
Frequently mistaken for a wine that is always sweet, there are many Rieslings
that are made in a dry style. Both are very wine-friendly, but for different dishes. We like the
off-dry versions with spicy foods.
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to: Riesling Wine
Grape
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Sauvignon Blanc Wine
Grape
Sauvignon Blanc is popular for its crisp, zesty acidity and refreshing, light
body with grapefruit, citrus and gooseberry flavors. Ideal pairings with food include lemony
sauces, vegetable dishes or chicken.
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to: Sauvignon Blanc Wine
Grape
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