White Wine Flashcards
What’re the characteristics of a chardonnay
Complex
medium-full bodied
dry white wine
What’re the flavours of a chardonnay
apple and lemon to papaya and pineapple
What’s chardonnay best paired with
Meaty fish
shellfish
What’re the characteristics of a Sauvignon Blanc
Citrusy aromas
perfumed and acidic flavours
What’s Sauvignon Blanc best paired with
white meat
lightly seasoned vegetarian dishes
seafood
What’re the characteristics of pinot grigio
lightbodied
fresh floral aromas
northern italy-dry
What’s Pinot Grigio best paired with
sea food
pasta
vegetarian food
What’re the characteristics of a Viognier
Full bodied
perfumed aromas of peach, tangerne & honeysuckle
Rich intense flavour
oiliness to the mouthfeel
What’s a Viognier best paired with
Grilled and roasted meats
seafood
What’s the characteristics of a chenin blanc
Apple flavours
honeyed aromas
good level of acidity
What’s Chenin Blanc best paired with
Sweet and sour foods
Asian inspired dishes
What’re the characteristics of a picpoul
Great alternative to Sauvignon
dry
perfect for summer
What’s a Picpoul best paired with
Sea food
raw oysters
sushi
fish
fried calamari
