Chardonnay and Pinot Gris are undoubtedly the two most popular grape varieties when it comes to white wines. These are usually the go-to wines for most white wine drinkers. Chardonnay has a velvety citrus flavor, while Pinot Gris has a bit more acidic bite as a young wine.
Sauvignon Blanc is another popular white wine, which is drier and less fruity than many of the other white wines, but still offers a fresh finish.
Semillon is an interesting white wine with more of a fig-like character. Semillon is usually blended with Sauvignon Blanc to help increase the fullness of the wine.
Muscat, which has no resemblance to muskadet wine, but common to the name, provides an extremely musky aroma.
Riesling, which is originally from the regions of Germany, boasts a dry yet sweet flavor with a good bit of acid to round out this “pleases everyone” wine.
This is a short list of the wide variety of wines. Of course, you want to find a wine that you love and can always enjoy. However, it is good to experiment with different wines to develop your palate and explore new wines. A fun way to do this is to host or attend a wine tasting party. If you have a local wine shop, ask about wine tastings they host. Or, grab a friend and a new bottle of wine and imagine the fun and possibilities!
