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      1. 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
      2. Greywacke Wild Sauvignon
        Superb, wild, oak-fermented Sauvignon from top Marlborough winemaker Kevin Judd. All smoky citrus
        CountryNew Zealand
        Sauvignon Blanc
        £30.00 per bottle
      3. Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc
        Marlborough’s best-known Sauvignon Blanc, for good reason, particularly fine and delicious in 2023
        CountryNew Zealand
        Sauvignon Blanc
        £26.00 per bottle
      4. Altos R Pigeage Blanco Rioja
        Eight Golds for this voluptuous, oak-fermented, Burgundian-style white Rioja
        CountrySpain
        Viura-based blend
        £26.00 per bottle
      5. Domaine Jean Chartron Rully Montmorin Blanc
        Superbly balanced white Burgundy from a renowned domaine whose top Grands Crus fetch £200 a bottle
        CountryFrance
        Chardonnay
        from £29.00 per bottle
      6. Domaine des Malandes Chablis Organic
        Classic, pristine Chablis from one of our favourite domaines in the region and a generous vintage
        CountryFrance
        Chardonnay
        from £24.00 per bottle
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      7. Vasse Felix Chardonnay
        A remarkable, 93-point Aussie Chardonnay from the legendary pioneers of Margaret River, Vasse Felix
        CountryAustralia
        Chardonnay
        from £30.00 per bottle
      8. Domaine du Tunnel Saint-Péray Roussanne
        from £43.00 per bottle
      9. Pieropan Soave Classico Calvarino Organic
        Single vineyard, Soave Classico from the region's finest producer, Soave at its finest, complex best
        CountryItaly
        Garganega
        £29.00 per bottle
      10. Antinori Cervaro della Sala
        £85.00 per bottle
      11. 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
      12. Domaine Servin Chablis Grand Cru Les Preuses
        Grand Cru Chablis described by Wine Advocate as "one of the high points in the Servin range"
        CountryFrance
        Chardonnay
        from £60.00 per bottle
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        Chapoutier Ermitage De L'Orée Blanc
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      15. Hamilton Russell Chardonnay
        From top estate Hamilton Russell and the renowned Hemel-en-Aarde region, this is a 93pt Chardonnay
        CountrySouth Africa
        Chardonnay
        from £36.00 per bottle
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        Flor de Muga Blanco Rioja
        Wonderfully complex, aromatic white Rioja, fermented in barrel, from this exceptional bodega
        CountrySpain
        Viura-based blend
        £36.00 per bottle
      17. Domaine Philippe Colin Bourgogne Blanc
        Very fine, ripe, yet bright and crisp white Burgundy from a stellar, under-the-radar domaine
        CountryFrance
        Chardonnay
        from £28.00 per bottle
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        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
      19. Domaine Long-Depaquit Chablis Grand Cru Bougros
        £70.00 per bottle
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        Domaine Bitouzet Prieure Meursault
        Superb, racy Meursault from an exceptional family domaine. Creamy ripe fruit and minerality
        CountryFrance
        Chardonnay
        £55.00 per bottle
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        Samuel Billaud Chablis 1er Cru Montmains
        from £65.00 per bottle
      22. 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
      23. Kumeu River Estate Chardonnay
        From pioneers in New Zealand winemaking, a superb, 93pt oak-fermented, Burgundian-style Chardonnay
        CountryNew Zealand
        Chardonnay
        from £26.00 per bottle
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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
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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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