Other Shades of White Wine
Other Shades of White Wine
Through the years much attention and acclaim has been bestowed upon Chardonnay, the queen of whites and its food friendly accomplice, Sauvignon Blanc. Although each differs in body and flavor profile, they have become reliable companions to most consumers and are notably present in many restaurants. These varietals have become easy, go-to wines requiring very little thought. Yet, beyond these two familiar choices, there is an abundance of white wine hopefuls that can expand your horizons, allowing you to fall in love again with the intimacy and pleasure of white wines.
The list is expansive for these intriguing whites, which are planted in vineyards across the globe. For this issue, we chose to limit our recommendations to alternative whites from North America that possess special attributes. Some of these grapes are obscure and shrouded in mystery with names such as Grenache Blanc, Pinot Blanc, Petit Manseng, Viognier, Albarino and others. Over time these new acquaintances can easily become an important part of your wine friendly family and take center stage at your dinner table or during casual conversations.
