White Wine

Some Different White Wines/Grapes and their Descriptions:

Riesling:

     Comes from the classic German grape.  Usually on the sweeter side.  The taste is light, fresh with the aromas of apples.  

Sauvignon Blanc:

     Generally lighter than Chardonnay.  Often shows a herbal characteristic, which suggests it uses a bell pepper or freshly cut grass.  It's taste is from sour green fruits and leaves a strong acid finish. 

Chardonnay:

     During the 1990's, this wine came from the most popular white grape.  Can be made sparkling or still.  Originated in France.  Rich in citrus taste and usually more velvety with wider bodied taste.  Has a buttery tone from the fermented oak barrels, (vanilla, toast, coconut, toffee).

Moscato:

     Comes from the Muscat table grape and best grown in Italy.  Has a musky aroma and always tastes fruity.  It has a sweet characteristic.

Pinot Grigio:

     Two places that this grape is planted are in certain regions throughout Italy and in the western coastal regions in the United States of America.  It has a crisp taste with fruity flavors.  This dry wine has an acidic "punch".  

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