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Top 10 White Wines of 2021
Sat, Apr 20
Chardonnay grapes have captured the American market. The wine is measured best by its quality and variety, but now it is famous from the viewpoint of wine drinkers. Red wine is the top priority for Americans; still, there are many loyal white wine drinkers.
The most liked variety of white wine is Chardonnay. It is the most appreciated variety by American wine drinkers. Still, Pinot Noir and Moscato have acquired a place in the list due to their rising popularity.
The below-mentioned list of the best American white wines attempts to incorporate various white wines with different parameters. This list will make it simple to pick the right wine for your friends, get together at a party, or even a relaxing beverage to enjoy with soothing music in the background.
1. Rombauer Chardonnay 2019
Manufacturing Company: Rombauer Vineyards
Varietal: Chardonnay
On the tongue: Sweet with balanced acidity
On the eyes: Pale yellow with green glints
On the nose: Ripe yellow peach, lemon, and chamomile with hints of clove and vanilla
Country: Los Carneros, United States
Alcohol Content: 14.50%
Food Pairing: Pan-seared scallops, vegetables, turkey, shellfish, cheese
2. Barefoot Moscato
Manufacturing Company: E & J Gallo Winery
Varietal: Muscat/Moscato
On the tongue: Sweet, light with crisp acidity
On the eyes: Elegant white
On the nose: Mandarin orange, orange blossom, and honeysuckle
Country: California, United States
Alcohol Content: 9%
Food Pairing: Spicy Asian cuisine and light desserts, fresh fruit, and mild cheeses
3. Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio 2016
Manufacturing Company: Zignago Holding S.p.A.
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
On the tongue: Soft, luscious citrus, riper, and a little sweeter
On the eyes: Pale yellow with hints of green
On the nose: Golden delicious apples
Country: Marlborough, New Zealand
Alcohol Content: 12%
Food Pairing: Shellfish and seafood-based pasta, white meats, fish, and rice
4. Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc 2017
Manufacturing Company: Constellation Brands, Inc.
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
On the tongue: Soft, luscious citrus, riper, and a little sweeter.
On the eyes: Pale yellow with hints of green
On the nose: Lifted citrus, tropical fruit, and crushed herbs
Country: Marlborough, New Zealand
Alcohol Content: 12%
Food Pairing: Fresh oysters, asparagus, lobster, summer salads, steamed clams, mussels with asparagus risotto, grilled chicken
5. Chateau Ste. Michelle Riesling 2018
Manufacturing Company: Ste. Michelle Wine Estates Ltd.
Varietal: Riesling
On the tongue: Dry but crisp
On the eyes: Pale yellow
On the nose: Lime leaf, flower, and wet slate
Country: Columbia Valley, United States
Alcohol Content: 12%
Food Pairing: Oysters, cheese, chicken, meats, fish, mushrooms, nuts, pasta, root vegetables, salads & greens, shellfish, turkey
6. Franzia Crisp White
Manufacturing Company: The Wine Group LLC
Varietal: White Blend
On the tongue: Medium sweet
On the eyes: Bright white with a hint of green
On the nose: Floral aroma
Country: California, United States
Alcohol Content: 9%
Food Pairing: Pasta, fresh vegetables
7. JaM Cellars Butter Chardonnay 2019
Manufacturing Company: JaM Cellars
Varietal: Chardonnay
On the tongue: Medium acidity, off-dry
On the eyes: Pale golden
On the nose: Apple pie, oak flavor
Country: California, United States
Alcohol Content: 14.80%
Food Pairing: Crab cakes with spicy remoulade, grilled chicken breasts
8. Ecco Domani Pinot Grigio 2017
Manufacturing Company: E & J Gallo Winery
Varietal: Pinot Grigio/Pinot Gris
On the tongue: Crisp, dry wine
On the eyes: Light yellow
On the nose: Green apple, pear
Country: Veneto, Italy
Alcohol Content: 12.50%
Food Pairing: Pasta, fish, noodle, shrimp, poultry, goat cheese, salad
9. La Crema Monterey Chardonnay 2017
Manufacturing Company: Jackson Family Wines
Varietal: Chardonnay
On the tongue: Creamy, sweet, buttery with balanced acidity
On the eyes: White with a slight golden touch
On the nose: Baked apple, brioche, and pineapple
Country: Monterey, United States
Alcohol Content: 13.80%
Food Pairing: Crab, fish, cheese
10. Schmitt Sohne Relax Riesling 2017
Manufacturing Company: Schmitt Söhne GmbH Winery
Varietal: Riesling
On the tongue: Nicely balanced and semi-sweet
On the eyes: Pale yellow with a golden tint
On the nose: Apples and peaches with a trace of citrus
Country: Mosel, Germany
Alcohol Content: 9%
Food Pairing: pork, shellfish, spicy food, poultry, cured meat
