White dry wine: what is it made of, how to choose and drink
White dry wine is a drink that contains no more than 0.3% sugar, which is why it has a pleasant sourness, which may differ in its expression depending on the grape variety. It is noteworthy that this type of wine can be made from a wide variety of grapes, even black berries can be used.
What is white dry wine made of?
During the production of any wine, first of all, they care about the quality of the raw materials from which this drink is made. The most popular grape varieties for white dry wine are sauvignon blanc, chardonnay and riesling. Other grape varieties can also be used, the berries of which have been peeled and have almost colorless juice.
Some wines are often named after the grape variety from which they are made. The most popular producers are France, Italy and Germany.
How to choose white wine
Each bottle of white dry wine is unique, because some people like it, and some do not.
Chardonnay grapes give the drink a completely different taste, which also depends on the additives - chardonnay is like a "base" for wine.
Sauvignon blanc itself has a delicate taste with light fruity notes and harmonious acidity, and is also unpretentious in cultivation.
Muscat is known for its acidity, but wines of this variety can be pleasant to the taste - you just have to look for it.
White dry wine has an impressive number of different flavors, just like any other type of wine - start from your own preferences.
Another question: how to choose a decent quality wine? There is a small instruction for this.
Shake the bottle before inspecting it - there should be no sediment at the bottom.
Inspect the label - according to the standard, no more than 3 colors are used on it.
Pay attention to the cork. If it sticks out relative to the level of the neck, the pressure in the bottle is too high, which means that the wine is not stored properly. If the cork is below the neck, it means that it has dried out (made of low-quality materials) and lets harmful substances through.
How to drink white wine
It is better to serve wine chilled to 8 °C to 10 °C.
It is recommended to drink wine slowly, in small sips, to reveal the fullness of its flavor.
The glass should be less than half full to appreciate the delicate aroma of the drink.
White dry wine goes well with cheeses, fresh and grilled vegetables.
You should not choose sweet desserts for this wine: you will only spoil the taste of the drink. If you like it sweeter, consider choosing a wine of a different variety.
The benefits of white wine
The fact that white dry wine contains a minimal amount of sugar has a lot of advantages. First, white dry wine is dietary in comparison to other. Secondly, it is suitable for diabetics. Also, due to its low sugar content, this wine is used everywhere: in cooking, for medicinal purposes, in cosmetology. With moderate consumption of white dry wine, you can improve the health of the cardiovascular system.
Contraindicated for pregnant and lactating women, as well as minors.
Update: 04.09.2018
Category: Wine and Vermouth