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      1. Trinity Hill Gimblett Gravels Chardonnay
        A fabulous, 94-point Chardonnay from the brilliant Trinity Hill and the renowned Gimblett Gravels
        CountryNew Zealand
        Chardonnay
        £31.00 per bottle
      2. Only 27 left
        Domaine des Malandes Chablis Grand Cru Vaudésir
        A precise and mineral-driven Grand Cru Chablis
        CountryFrance
        Chardonnay
        from £75.00 per bottle
      3. Domaine Alain Gras Saint Romain Sous le Château
        Alain Gras is the reference point for Saint-Romain. From a great vintage, this is a rich, fine white
        CountryFrance
        Chardonnay
        £50.00 per bottle
      4. Only 86 left
        Jermann Venezia Giulia Pinot Bianco
        A fine, crisp Pinot Bianco from top producer, Silvio Jermann. Creamy melon and apple with citrus zip
        CountryItaly
        Pinot Bianco
        £35.00 per bottle
      5. La Soufrandière Bret Brothers Pouilly Vinzelles 'Les Quarts'
        Top vintage of Les Quarts in Mâconnais star Pouilly-Vinzelles from a dynamic brother-owned domaine
        CountryFrance
        Chardonnay
        £42.00 per bottle
      6. Domaine Jean Chartron St Aubin Premier Cru Perrières
        A refined and mineral-rich white Burgundy
        CountryFrance
        Chardonnay
        from £65.00 per bottle
      7. Domaine Bott-Geyl Organic Pinot Gris Sonnenglanz
        Superb, off-dry, aromatic and beautifully balanced, Grand Cru Alsace Pinot Gris with 9 years' age
        CountryFrance
        Pinot Gris
        £33.00 per bottle
      8. Only 6 left
        Samuel Billaud Chablis 1er Cru Montmains
        A refined and mineral-driven Chablis
        CountryFrance
        Chardonnay
        from £65.00 per bottle
      9. Only 12 left
        Jaboulet Hermitage Blanc La Chapelle
        £105.00 per bottle
        SAVE £35.00
      10. Greywacke Chardonnay
        Seductively complex, oak-rich Marlborough Chardonnay from former Cloudy Bay winemaker Kevin Judd
        CountryNew Zealand
        Chardonnay
        £33.00 per bottle
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        Ferraton Père et Fils Le Reverdy Ermitage Blanc
        A rich and opulent Rhône white
        CountryFrance
        White blend
        from £50.00 per bottle
        SAVE UP TO £20.00
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        Domaine Servin Chablis Grand Cru Blanchot
        A superb, 91-94pt, Grand Cru Chablis of great poise and complexity from a superb family estate
        CountryFrance
        Chardonnay
        from £60.00 per bottle
      13. Only 47 left
        Artadi Viñas de Gain Blanco Organic
        From one of Rioja’s most famous bodegas, this is a rich, complex, super-fresh, oak-fermented white
        CountrySpain
        Viura
        £35.00 per bottle
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        Louis Roederer Camille ‘Volibarts’ Chardonnay (Coteaux Champenois)
        £165.00 per bottle
      15. Samuel Billaud Bourgogne d'Or Chardonnay
        from £33.00 per bottle
      16. Samuel Billaud Bourgogne d'Or Chardonnay
        A fresh and vibrant white Burgundy
        CountryFrance
        Chardonnay
        from £29.00 per bottle
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        Domaine Philippe Colin Grand Cru Chevalier-Montrachet
        £580.00 per bottle
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        Petit Cheval Blanc
        Gorgeous, rich and flamboyant white Bordeaux from this stellar Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Classé estate
        CountryFrance
        Sauvignon Blanc
        from £100.00 per bottle
        SAVE UP TO £25.00
      19. Samuel Billaud Chablis 'Les Grands Terroirs'
        Fine, mineral-fresh Chablis from Samuel Billaud, regarded as one of Chablis's leading winemakers
        CountryFrance
        Chardonnay
        from £35.00 per bottle
      20. Only 1 left
        Domaine Alex Moreau et Fils 'Sur Gamay'
        from £70.00 per bottle
      21. Only 85 left
        Domaine Felettig Hautes-Côtes de Beaune Blanc En Vallerot
        Ripe, exotic fruit with mineral freshness, a white Burgundy with richness, weight and finesse
        CountryFrance
        Chardonnay
        £28.00 per bottle
      22. Samuel Billaud Petit Chablis
        £31.00 per bottle
      23. Samuel Billaud Petit Chablis
        Superb Petit Chablis from this star winemaker – pure white peach and apple with a core of freshness
        CountryFrance
        Chardonnay
        from £30.00 per bottle
      24. Only 24 left
        Domaine Bernard Moreau Bourgogne Blanc
        £32.00 per bottle
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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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