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  1. Domaine Michel Thomas Sancerre Silex
    Crafted in the finest Sancerre vineyards, on special Silex soils, this is Sauvignon at its best
    CountryFrance
    Sauvignon Blanc
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  2. White Burgundy Showcase
    Four glorious white selections from two outstanding Burgundy vintages
    £113.94 per case
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  3. Altos R Pigeage Blanco Rioja
    Six Golds for this voluptuous, oak-fermented, Burgundian-style white Rioja
    CountrySpain
    Viura-based blend
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  4. Domaine des Malandes Chablis Organic
    Classic, pristine Chablis from one of our favourite domaines in the region and a generous vintage
    CountryFrance
    Chardonnay
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  5. Classic Loire Whites
    Sancerre and other signature whites from the Loire Valley
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  7. Stellenrust Series Rare Mothership Chenin Blanc
    For Grand Cru style South African Chenin Blanc, you won't find finer than this 96-point white
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  8. Vasse Felix Chardonnay
    A remarkable, 93-point Aussie Chardonnay from the legendary pioneers of Margaret River, Vasse Felix
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  10. Domaine Jean Chartron Rully Montmorin Blanc
    Superbly balanced white Burgundy from a renowned domaine whose top Grands Crus fetch £200 a bottle
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  11. The Chablis Showcase
    Chablis classics from top-performing family producers and great vintages
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  12. Château La Garde Blanc
    Luxuriously oaked, 93 point Graves white, "bright, creamy and elegant … with spicy flavours" (JS)
    CountryFrance
    Sauvignon Blanc
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  13. Maison Roche de Bellene Vieilles Vignes Puligny-Montrachet
    From an exceptional winemaker and a 5-star vintage, this Puligny is a steely fresh white Burgundy
    CountryFrance
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  14. Domaine Michel & Stéphane Ogier Viognier de Rosine
    From one of the most exciting of northern Rhône winemakers comes this superb Condrieu-style Viognier
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    Von Buhl Jesuitengarten Grosses Gewächs Organic
    Fine, crisp and bone-dry single vineyard Riesling from this first-class, historic estate
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    Domaine des Malandes Chablis Premier Cru Fourchaume
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  17. Karp-Schreiber Brauneberger Juffer-Sonnenuhr Riesling Grosses Gewächs
    Brilliant purity in the intense, lime-zipped Grand Cru Riesling from a top estate
    CountryGermany
    Riesling
    £25.00 per bottle
  18. Flor de Muga Blanco Rioja
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  19. Pieropan La Rocca Soave Classico Organic
    95pt single-vineyard Cru Soave Classico from the renowned Pieropan estate – such flavour and finesse
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    Chapoutier Ermitage De L'Orée Blanc
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  21. Domaine Jean Chartron Bourgogne Chardonnay Vieilles Vignes
    Elegant with ripe stone fruit, a charming white Burgundy from a fifth-generation family estate
    CountryFrance
    Chardonnay
    from £25.00 per bottle
  22. Bramìto della Sala Chardonnay
    From Antinori’s remarkable Umbrian estate comes this luscious, creamy, mineral-fresh Chardonnay
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    Chapoutier Ermitage De L'Orée Organic Blanc
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    Domaine Philippe Colin Saint Aubin 1er Cru Les Combes
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Wine FAQs

What is fine white wine?

So what defines a fine white wine? Well, the truth is there is no official definition of fine wine. And you’ll find many different answers if you have a quick search online. To some people, fine wine is defined by price. For others, it’s about a wine’s rarity or reputation. You can read our take in our article on What is fine wine?  

Ultimately it comes down to taste. A fine wine should have balance (where the acidity, tannin, sweetness, body and alcohol are all in harmony), complexity (the wine reveals many different layers of aromas and flavours), length (the flavours should last in the mouth) and elegance. It should reflect the unique terroir in which it was grown. And above all, a fine white wine should be a pleasure to drink!

Where do fine white wines come from?

Traditionally, the best fine white wines came from Europe, especially the classic French regions, and Germany, which was renowned for its fine Rieslings. But these days, fine white wines can come from any wine region in the world, from the Mosel to Margaret River

That’s not to say that provenance doesn’t matter. Only the best vineyard sites can produce truly ‘fine wine’ and it’s important that fine wines have a clear sense of place. For example, thanks to the region’s cool climate and Kimmeridgian soils, Chablis has a purity and mineral quality that makes it distinctly different to Chardonnay grown anywhere else in the world.

Do fine white wines age well?

Not always. There are certainly many fine white wines which have excellent potential for ageing. In particular, the fine whites of Burgundy and fine German Riesling can evolve beautifully for decades. But there are many factors that affect age-worthiness … grape variety, how the wine has been made, and where it’s from.

The easiest way to tell whether the wine you choose ages well is to look at the ‘Drink by’ dates on our website. It’s not the same as an expiry date but rather when we think the wines will be drinking at their best.

How do you store fine white wine?

To maximise the longevity and maintain the quality of your wines as they age, you need to store them in ideal conditions. Wines should be aged horizontally, out of direct sunlight and with a constant cool temperature. 10-13 degrees is considered the optimum temperature for white wines.   

Of course, a cellar is perfect but not everyone has one! Other options include a temperature-controlled ‘wine fridge’, an outbuilding or garage, or in a storage cabinet kept in a cool place.

Take a look at our 5 tips and tricks for storing wine at home to find out more.  

And if you’re looking for long-term storage of fine wine, we recommend you take advantage of our customer storage facility in Gloucester. 

Storage is available for any wine you buy from us in our state-of-the-art warehouse. Temperature and humidity are not only monitored in various parts of the warehouse, they’re also actively controlled. Visit our fine wine hub to find out more or call our fine wine team on 03330 148 202.

What is the best fine white wine?

It depends on your personal taste! In terms of what are the most expensive fine white wines, Grand Cru white Burgundy still top the list. Many of the famous Bordeaux châteaux make fine white wines, not just red. And Sauternes in Bordeaux is home to the most expensive sweet white wines, notably Château Yquem.

One of the best ways to buy fine white Bordeaux and Burgundy is En Primeur. It’s essentially a way of buying wines before they’ve been bottled. To find out more, have a look at our fine wine hub or get in touch with our fine wine team at finewine@laithwaiteswine.com or call 03330 148 202.

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