white wines

Chardonnay and Riesling

White wines are wines made from light-skinned grapes or from dark grapes with minimal skin contact during fermentation.

They range from dry to sweet, still to sparkling, and are typically served chilled.

Common varieties include chardonnay, sauvignon blanc, riesling, and pinot grigio: a crisp white wine with dinner, Do you prefer reds or whites?

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G