{"id":3960,"date":"2021-02-27T13:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-02-27T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/grape-to-glass.com\/?page_id=3960"},"modified":"2021-07-31T12:05:33","modified_gmt":"2021-07-31T00:05:33","slug":"different-white-wines","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/grape-to-glass.com\/index.php\/different-white-wines\/","title":{"rendered":"Try something different…"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\t

As the seasons change, why not try something different: <\/h3>\nAll of these vibrant & dynamic wines are ready to sip, savour & share. I am sure some of these grape varietals & wine styles are new to many readers. But the following selection of engaging white wines – are an ideal pairing with varied Autumn, Spring & Summer occasions and cuisine. Here are a few brief words to describe my first impressions and the essence of each wine. A diverse range of 6 honest white wine expressions that are worth sharing.
\nRemember – ‘when & where possible, all wines tastes better when served from the appropriate glass and at the ideal temperature\u2019.\n\t

CECCHI
Orvieto Classico DOC 2019<\/h6>\nGrapes:\u00a0<\/strong>Grechetto, Drupeggio & Procanico
\nOwner \/ Winemaker:<\/strong> Andrea Cecchi
\nThis Orvieto Classico has a citrus fruit driven nose. These aromas carry through onto the palate showcasing crisp green apples, even a slight almond character and all held firmly together with the natural uplifting acidity from start to the bright, clean finish.
(12.5% Alc. – Dry).\n\u2022 Chill gently & serve between 8\u00b0- 9\u00b0C
\n*Retail – NZ$20.99 : 4 Stars<\/strong>\n\t\t\t\t\"Alternative-Bottle-02\"\n\t
CECCHI
Vernaccia di San Gimignano DOCG 2019 <\/h6>\nGrape:\u00a0<\/strong>100% Vernaccia
\nOwner \/ Winemaker:<\/strong> Andrea Cecchi
\nAn inviting citrus and delicate floral aroma. The palate is perfectly balanced with just the right amount of citrus and pip-fruit flavours, accompanied by subtle mineral note and its naturally lifted acidity. Resulting in a bright, lively & refreshingly crisp finish. (12.5% Alc. – Dry).\n\u2022 Chill gently & serve between 8\u00b0- 9\u00b0C
\n*Retail – NZ$22.99 : 4 Stars<\/strong>\n\t\t\t\t\"Alternative-Bottle-03\"\n\t
GISSELBRECHT
Pinot Blanc 2019 <\/h6>\nGrape:\u00a0<\/strong>100% Pinot Blanc
\nOwner \/ Winemaker:<\/strong> Claude Gisselbrecht
\nInviting peach and apple aromatics. The palate is generous showcasing intense fruits with a dash of spice, light herbs and white floral flavours. This is a well-balanced wine with a mineral and citrus core, rounding off with soft acidity and an elegant off-dry finish.
(12.5% Alc. – Off-Dry) \n\u2022 Chill gently & serve between 8\u00b0- 10\u00b0C
\n*Retail – NZ$24.99 : 5 Stars<\/strong>\n\t\t\t\t\"Alternative-Bottle-04\"\n\t
JULES TAYLOR
Gr\u00fcner Veltliner 2018 <\/h6>\nGrape:\u00a0<\/strong>100% Gr\u00fcner Veltliner
\nOwner \/ Winemaker:<\/strong> Jules Taylor
\nThe nose ripe white peaches with a floral note and dash of white pepper. The palate is engaging with those ripe stone-fruit flavours and classic hint white pepper flavour. An appealing wine with a lovely textural element and refreshing finish with soft acidity.
(13% Alc. – R.S. 2g\/L) \n\u2022 Chill gently & serve between 8\u00b0- 10\u00b0C
\n*Retail – NZ$23.99 : 4 Stars<\/strong>\n\t\t\t\t\"Alternative-Bottle-05\"\n\t
MATAWHERO
\u2018Church House\u2019 Chenin Blanc 2018 <\/h6>\nGrape:\u00a0<\/strong>100% Chenin Blanc
\nOwner \/ Director:<\/strong> Kirsten Searle
\nA lifted an inviting nose of citrus blossom, white floral and orange zest notes. The palate has a silky texture, confident expressing combined citrus, stone fruit and honeysuckle flavours with balanced acidity resulting in an elegant, pleasing off-dry finish.
(13.1% Alc. – R.S. 5.3g\/L)\n\u2022 Chill gently & serve between 9\u00b0- 11\u00b0C
\n*Retail – NZ$25.99 : 5 Stars<\/strong>\n\t\t\t\t\"Alternative-Bottle-06\"\n\t
ZEPHYR
\u2018Organic\u2019 Gew\u00fcrztraminer 2020 <\/h6>\nGrape:\u00a0<\/strong>100% Gew\u00fcrztraminer
\nOwner \/ Winemaker:<\/strong> Ben Glover
\nA classic varietal nose showcasing Turkish delight, ginger and flower petals. The palate is full, generously textural and unctuous with a good concentration of lychee, Turkish delight flavours and finishing silky smooth with a deft touch of residual sweetness.
(13.5% Alc. – R.S. 5g\/L) \n\u2022 Chill gently & serve between 8\u00b0- 10\u00b0C
\n*Retail – NZ$26.99 : 4 Stars<\/strong>\n\t*These vibrant & dynamic white wines are available from Fine Wine Retailers \u2022 Restaurants \u2022 Wine Bars & Winery Website.
*(stock & vintage availability may vary by country)\n

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