White wine
666 wines in cellarA white wine is chosen based on two axes: tension (acidity, which refreshes) and texture (richness, which fills the mouth). A simple, iodized dish calls for a crisp, saline white; a dish in sauce calls for a full-bodied white, sometimes aged in barrel.
Filter by profile, by grape variety, or by the dish you are serving. The FAQ answers our most frequently asked questions.
Nanclares y Prieto - Dandelion 2025
A precise and saline Atlantic Albariño, combining crisp freshness and gourmet depth.
Tomic - Beleca 2025
A bright Dalmatian white wine, combining saline freshness and luscious fruitiness, ideal for enhancing Mediterranean cuisine.
Ott Estate - Ried Rosenberg Feuersbrunn 2021
A terroir-driven Grüner Veltliner, precise and saline, which intensely expresses the loess depth of Wagram.
Ott Estate - Ried Stein Engabrunn 2021
A terroir-driven Grüner Veltliner, precise and saline, which brilliantly expresses the stone and freshness of Engabrunn.
Ott Estate - Der Ott 2024
A precise and saline Austrian white, which elegantly expresses the freshness and depth of Wagram.
Emmerich Knoll - Loibner Riesling 2024
A precise and crystalline Wachau Riesling, where the purity of the fruit meets a chiseled minerality.
Emmerich Knoll - Vinothekfüllung 2024
A great Riesling from Wachau, precise and mineral, made for aging and gastronomy.
Emmerich Knoll - Ried Schütt 2022
A terroir-driven Grüner Veltliner, precise and profound, where the Wachau expresses itself with intensity and minerality.
Emmerich Knoll - Ried Loibenberg 2024
A terroir-driven Riesling, precise and mineral, which intensely expresses the luminous power of the Ried Loibenberg.
E's Vino - Histeria Sauvignon Blanc de Ánfora 2021
An Argentinian high-altitude Sauvignon Blanc, aged in amphorae, combining aromatic intensity, freshness and depth
Quinta da Romaneira - Reserva White 2022
A great white wine from the Douro, combining mineral freshness, aromatic depth and gastronomic elegance.
Yarra Yering - Warramate Chardonnay 2020
A precise and elegant Chardonnay from the Yarra Valley, where freshness, fruit finesse and controlled oak are harmoniously balanced.
Tyrrell's - Winemakers Selection Vat 47 Chardonnay 2021
An iconic Chardonnay from the Hunter Valley, combining precision, freshness and aromatic depth.
Tyrrell's - Old Winery Chardonnay 2023
A fresh and balanced Australian Chardonnay, where the lusciousness of the fruit meets a beautiful tension.
Tyrrell's - Single Vineyard HVD Semillon 2017
A Semillon from Hunter Valley of great purity, taut and crystalline, made for aging.
Tyrrell's - Hunter Valley Chardonnay 2022
A precise and fresh Hunter Valley Chardonnay, where the elegance of the fruit meets the finesse of the oak.
Tyrrell's - Winemakers Selection Vat 1 Semillon 2018
An iconic Semillon from the Hunter Valley, of great purity, built for aging and aromatic complexity.
Tyrrell's - Hunter Valley Semillon 2022
A precise and crystalline Semillon from Hunter Valley, combining crisp freshness and great aging potential.
Tyrrell's - Old Winery Verdelho 2022
A fresh and aromatic Australian Verdelho, combining fruity intensity and great drinkability.
Stark-Conde - The Field Blend 2023
A blend of Rhône and Portuguese grape varieties that combines freshness, texture and aromatic complexity.
Seghesio Family Vineyards - Sonoma Chardonnay 2022
A Sonoma Chardonnay combining rich, flavorful fruitiness, freshness and aromatic precision.
Pine Ridge - Chenin Blanc Viognier 2021
A lively and aromatic Californian white, where the freshness of Chenin Blanc meets the exuberance of Viognier.
Otronia - Block III & VI Chardonnay 2019
A high-latitude Patagonian Chardonnay, taut and precise, where extreme freshness meets a remarkable saline depth.
Otronia - Rugiente 45 Corte de Blancas 2019
A Patagonian white from an extreme climate, precise and vibrant, where southern freshness meets a beautiful aromatic complexity.
Which white wine for which taste?
The profile is more useful for purchase than the region: it describes what the wine does in the mouth, and therefore what it will pair with.
Bright white & mineral
Frank acidity, notes of citrus and flint, saline finish. Sauvignon, Riesling, Assyrtiko.
Oysters and seafoodFruity and round white
Ripe white fruits, roundness, mellow acidity. The consensual profile around a table.
Fish and poultryAromatic white
Expressive nose of flowers, lychee or spices. Gewürztraminer, Viognier, Muscat.
Spicy food and cheesesFull-bodied & woody white
Oak aging: vanilla, hazelnut, creamy texture. Age-worthy Chardonnay.
Dishes in sauceSweet and dessert wine
Residual sugars, aromatic richness. Loire Chenin, Jurançon, Sauternes.
Foie gras and dessertsOrganic & sulfite-free
Organic or biodynamic farming, no or minimal added sulfites.
In every profile
White grape varieties in the catalog
The grape variety provides the structure, the climate gives the style. This table cross-references the two.
| Grape variety | Profile | Dominant aromas | Typical pairing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chardonnay | Round with ample | Citrus, butter, hazelnut | Creamed poultry, fish in sauce |
| Sauvignon Blanc | Lively | Boxwood, citrus, passion fruit | Goat cheese, seafood |
| Riesling | Lively | Lemon, green apple, petrol notes | Asian cuisine, fish |
| Chenin Blanc | Lively to mellow | Quince, honey, chamomile | Poultry, bloomy rind, foie gras |
| Assyrtiko | Lively and saline | Lemon, flint, iodine | Grilled fish, shellfish |
| Viognier | Sufficient | Apricot, white flower | Mild curry, roast chicken |
| Albariño | Lively | White peach, saline note | Seafood, raw fish |
| Gewurztraminer | Aromatic | Lychee, rose, sweet spices | Munster, spicy cuisine |
Which white wine for which dish?
The rule: the wine's acidity must match the fat or iodine in the dish. The richer the dish, the more body the white wine should have.
| The dish | The right profile | The grape varieties | Why it works |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oysters, shellfish | raw, briny seafood | Lively and saline | Muscadet, Assyrtiko, Albariño |
| Grilled Fish | lean meat, lemon | Lively | Sauvignon, Assyrtiko, Picpoul |
| Fish in sauce, risotto | fat, cream | Full-bodied, sometimes oaky | Chardonnay, Chenin, Viognier |
| Goat cheese | lactic acidity | Vibrant and botanical | Loire Sauvignon |
| Asian cuisine, spicy | sugar, chili, ginger | Aromatic, off-dry | Riesling, Gewürztraminer |
| Creamed poultry | white meat, sauce | Full-bodied and woody | Barrel-aged Chardonnay |
| Appetizer | olives, deli meats | Lively and light | Picpoul, dry Riesling, Albariño |
| Foie gras | bold, sweet-savory | Soft | Loire Chenin, Jurançon |
What we look for in a white wine
A "grand blanc" is not a powerful white wine, it's a tense white wine. Acidity is the backbone; without it, even a very aromatic wine falls flat by the second glass.
This tension is sought where it is natural: Assyrtiko on the volcanic ashes of Santorini, Mosel Riesling, Chenin from Anjou schists, Albariño facing the Atlantic. Fresh terroir wines, often under €20.
Three mistakes we see all the time
Serving too cold. At 4°C, a white wine has no aromas left. Aim for 8-10°C for a crisp white, 11-13°C for a full-bodied white: take it out of the fridge ten minutes beforehand.
Believing that white wines don't age. A Riesling, Chenin, or a terroir-driven Chardonnay can benefit from five to ten years in the bottle.
Confusing dry and acidic. A wine can be dry and round, or slightly sweet and very crisp. Sugar is not the enemy: imbalance is.
The Baroudeur team, Lyon
Everything we're asked about white wine
Which white wine should I choose when I don't know anything about it?
Start with the dish. A simple, iodized dish (oysters, grilled fish) calls for a crisp white wine: Sauvignon, Picpoul, Assyrtiko. A dish with sauce calls for a full-bodied white wine: Chardonnay, Chenin, Viognier. Between €12 and €18, the choice is already very wide.
What is the difference between a dry white and a sweet white?
The amount of sugar remaining in the wine after fermentation. A dry wine contains less than 4 g/l, an off-dry up to 12 g/l, a sweet wine up to 45 g/l, and a dessert wine beyond that. A sweet white wine is not necessarily heavy: the best ones retain a lively acidity that balances the sugar.
At what temperature should white wine be served?
Between 8 and 13°C depending on the style. A crisp, light white is served at 8-10°C, a full-bodied or oak-aged white at 11-13°C. Served too cold, a white wine loses its aromas; this is the most common mistake.
Which white wine with oysters?
A dry, lively, saline white, unoaked: Muscadet sur lie, Picpoul de Pinet, Santorini Assyrtiko, Albariño. Avoid oaked whites, whose vanilla clashes with the iodine.
Can a white wine age?
Yes, when it has acidity, body, or sugar. Riesling, Chenin, and terroir-driven Chardonnay, as well as dessert wines, improve over five to twenty years. White wines without significant acidity should be drunk within two years.
How long does an open bottle of white wine last?
Three to four days re-corked in the refrigerator. A sweet white wine keeps longer due to its sugar content. Re-cork with the original stopper or a vacuum pump, and remove the bottle from the fridge before serving.