Rich White

White Full bodied

Rich, full-bodied white wines. Oaked Chardonnay, Viognier, and Marsanne.

Rich White wine style — watercolor illustration

Serving Guide

Temperature
10–13°C
Glass Type
universal
Aging Potential
3-5 Years

Typical Grape Varieties

Chardonnay Marsanne Roussanne Sémillon Viognier

Regions for This Style

Bourgogne 935 wines Alsace 878 wines Mosel 744 wines Pfalz 713 wines Rheinhessen 479 wines California 429 wines Marlborough 425 wines Friuli-Venezia Giulia 375 wines

Food Pairings

Aperitif ●●●●● Appetizer ●●●●● Baked Potato ●●●●● Barbecue ●●●●● Beans ●●●●● Chestnut ●●●●● Chicken ●●●●● Asian Food ●●●●●

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About This Style

Full-bodied whites with weight and texture, often from oak aging or malolactic fermentation. Creamy, buttery, and round, they pair beautifully with rich seafood, poultry in cream sauce, and soft cheeses.

At a Glance

Wines
5
Wine Type
White
Body
Full

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