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Versatile Ap proachable Wines reflecting a preference that caters to various tastes. Refreshing Appealing White Blends, known for their harmonious mix of grape varieties low ABV Lighter yet flavorful choices cater to health-conscious consumers seeking lighter yet flavorful choices.

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T he market for White Blends and refreshing white wines has grown remarkably, with national sales data showing a 32% increase* over the past year. This surge reflects a preference for versatile and approachable wines that cater to various tastes. White Blends, known for their harmonious mix of grape varieties, offer a balanced and refreshing profile appealing to both casual drinkers and connoisseurs. WHY WHITE ?

LIGHT & ZESTY Popular varieties include old world Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio/Pinot Gris, Albariño, Vermentino, and Grüner Veltliner. Light and zesty white wines are characterized by high acidity, offering refreshing crispness and bright flavors like lemon, lime, grapefruit, green apple, and possible tropical fruit or floral notes. Light-bodied and typically have a lower alcohol content (9-12.5%). Best served chilled. These wines pair well with seafood, citrusy salads, light vegetable dishes, soft tangy cheeses, and light poultry dishes. They provide a delightful balance of invigorating and refreshing flavors.

AVALINE SPAIN, PENEDES Avaline White NV

Macabeo / Parellada / White Grenache / Xarel-lo 30274381 12/750ML $144.00 91TP

BURGANS SPAIN, GALICIA Burgans Albariño 2023 30320069 12/750ML $156.00

ELIZABETH SPENCER USA, CALIFORNIA-MENDOCINO Elizabeth Spencer Sauvignon Blanc North Coast 2022 30319584 12/750ML $152.00 FAUSTINO SPAIN, RIOJA Faustino Art Collection Sauvignon Blanc Rioja 2022 30316271 12/750ML $104.00 FIGUIÈRE FRANCE, PROVENCE Figuière Méditerranée Rolle White 2023 30315703 12/750ML $136.00

Additionally, rising demand for low-alcohol-by-volume (ABV) options caters to health-conscious consumers seeking lighter yet flavorful choices. This trend highlights the expanding popularity of these wines in the mainstream market.

* 32% SipSource data through May 2024

FLORA LISA ITALY, ABRUZZO Flora Lisa Pinot Grigio IGP 2023 30316060 12/750ML $120.00

GARZON URUGUAY, MALDONADO Garzon Single Vineyard Albariño 2023 30318141 12/750ML $344.00 93JS LICIA SPAIN, GALICIA Licia Albariño 2023 30317134 12/750ML $160.00 PONGA NEW ZEALAND, MARLBOROUGH Ponga Sauvignon Blanc 2023 30313270 12/750ML $128.00 STELLA ITALY, VENETO Stella Pinot Grigio DOC Delle Venezie 2023 30317438 12/750ML $80.00 SUAVIA ITALY, VENETO Suavia Soave Classico DOC Garganega Organic Grapes 2023 30317431 12/750ML $136.00 TIEFENBRUNNER ITALY, TRENTINO-ALTO ADIGE Tiefenbrunner Pinot Grigio IGT 2022 30289674 12/750ML $120.00 TRAMIN ITALY, TRENTINO-ALTO ADIGE Tramin Pinot Grigio DOC 2022 30307765 12/750ML $136.00 91JS

ZENATO ITALY, VENETO Zenato Pinot Grigio DOC 2023 30290244 12/750ML $104.00

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ALLAN SCOTT NEW ZEALAND, MARLBOROUGH Allan Scott Sauvignon Blanc 2023 30312981 12/750ML $136.00 93WS ANCIENT PEAKS USA, CALIFORNIA- PASO ROBLES Ancient Peaks Sauvignon Blanc 2022 30316940 12/750ML $136.00 90WS ARGIOLAS ITALY, SARDINIA Argiolas Costamolino Vermentino DOC 2023 30317655 12/750ML $120.00 CHÂTEAU DUCASSE FRANCE, BORDEAUX Château Ducasse Bordeaux Blanc 2022 Muscadelle / Sauvignon Blanc / Semillon 30309328 12/750ML $144.00 CHÂTEAU GRAVILLE-LACOSTE FRANCE, BORDEAUX Château Graville-Lacoste Graves Blanc 2023 Muscadelle / Sauvignon Blanc / Semillon 30309329 12/750ML $168.00 These white wines are characterized by their fresh, vibrant flavors and pronounced herbaceous notes. These wines often exhibit high acidity, giving them a refreshing and crisp profile. Common flavor notes include green apple, lime, and grapefruit, along with green, grassy, or herbaceous elements like bell pepper, and fresh-cut grass. They are typically light-bodied and have an alcohol content usually ranging from 9-12.5%. Best enjoyed chilled, These wines pair excellently with seafood, salads with herb-based dressings, light vegetable dishes, tangy cheeses, and fresh, light poultry dishes. Perfect spring and summer wines that are both refreshing and energizing. LIGHT & CRISP Popular varieties include new world Sauvignon Blanc, Grüner Veltliner, and Verdejo.

DOMAINE REVERDY DUCROUX XFRANCE, LOIRE Domaine Reverdy Ducroux Sancerre Beauroy 2022 30307937 12/750ML $224.00 JULES TAYLOR WINES NEW ZEALAND, MARLBOROUGH Jules Taylor Sauvignon Blanc 2023 30313503 12/750ML $164.00 MONT GRAVET FRANCE, SOUTHWEST Mont Gravet Cotes de Gascogne Blanc 2023 Colombard / Sauvignon Blanc 30316601 12/750ML $80.00 NAUTILUS NEW ZEALAND, MARLBOROUGH Nautilus Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2023 30313268 12/750ML $144.00 90JS PRATSCH AUSTRIA, NIEDEROSTERREICH Biohof Pratsch Grüner Veltliner Organic 2022 30312891 12/1L $136.00 RANGA RANGA NEW ZEALAND, MARLBOROUGH Ranga Ranga Sauvignon Blanc 2023 30316944 12/750ML $110.00 SUNNY WITH A CHANCE OF FLOWERS USA, CALIFORNIA- MENDOCINO Sunny with a Chance of Flowers SB 2023 30318996 12/750ML $104.00 TERRANOBLE CHILE, VALLE CENTRAL Terranoble Classic Sauvignon Blanc 2023 30315986 12/750ML $80.00 THREE BROOMS NEW ZEALAND, MARLBOROUGH Three Brooms Sauvignon Blanc 2023 30315431 12/750ML $144.00 VILLA MARIA NEW ZEALAND, MARLBOROUGH Villa Maria Sauvignon Blanc Private Bin Marlborough 2023 30314587 12/750ML $112.00 90JS WITHER HILLS NEW ZEALAND, MARLBOROUGH Wither Hills Sauvignon Blanc 2023 30315065 12/750ML $108.48 WÖLFFER ESTATE USA, NEW YORK Wölffer Summer in a Bottle White 2022 Chardonnay / Riesling / Gewürztraminer / Sauvignon Blanc / Pinot Blanc 30300273 12/750ML $192.00

DI LENARDO ITALY, FRIULI-VENEZIA GIULIA Di Lenardo Sauvignon Blanc 2022 30307430 12/750ML $104.00 DOMAINE DU SALVARD FRANCE, LOIRE Domaine du Salvard Cheverny 2022 Chardonnay / Sauvignon Blanc 30309342 12/750ML $156.00 DOMAINE FOUASSIER FRANCE, LOIRE Fouassier Sancerre Sur Le Fort 2022 30316661 12/750ML $344.00

DOMAINE RAFFAITIN-PLANCHON FRANCE, LOIRE Domaine Raffaitin-Planchon Sancerre Blanc 2023 30318411 12/750ML $264.00

AROMATICS Popular varieties include Gewürztraminer, Riesling, Muscat (Moscato), Torrontés, and Viognier. Aromatic white wines are known for their intensely fragrant and expressive aromas. These wines often feature a bouquet of floral, fruity, and spicy notes that are immediately noticeable upon opening the bottle. Common aromas include jasmine, orange blossom, rose petals, honeysuckle, tropical fruits like lychee, pineapple, and mango, as well as stone fruits like peach and apricot. These wines can range from dry to sweet and usually have a medium to full body, with moderate to high acidity, contributing to their vibrant and lively character. Best served slightly chilled, these wines pair wonderfully with spicy Asian cuisine, aromatic dishes with herbs and spices, fruit based desserts, and strong cheeses. Aromatic whites are perfect for those who enjoy a rich, sensory experience in their wine, offering a captivating and complex palate that is both flavorful and fragrant.

CLEAN SLATE GERMANY, MOSEL-SAAR-RUWER Clean Slate Riesling 2023 30317158 12/750ML $88.00 FORGE CELLARS USA, NEW YORK Forge Cellars Riesling Classique 2021 30311831 12/750ML $144.48 90W&S PINE RIDGE USA, CALIFORNIA Pine Ridge Chenin Blanc + Viognier 2023 Chenin Blanc / Viognier 30317116 12/750ML $112.00 91JS

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The Chenin Blanc we select for our blend is grown in Clarksburg, while the Viognier is grown in Lodi. The Chenin Blanc we select for our blend is grown in Clarksburg, while the Viognier is grown in Lodi. CHENIN BLANC 80% CHENIN BLANC 80%

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In this proportion, the optimal expression of each varietal complements the other beautifully, creating a refreshingly different white wine. In this proportion, the optimal expression of each varietal complements the other beautifully, creating a refreshingly different white wine. 20% VIOGNIER

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+ In 1995, Pine Ridge created an experimental blend of these two very different varietals, and we were thrilled to discover how delicious our results were. + We originally sold the wine in small quantities out of our Tasting Room in Napa, but as more people tried the blend, it became increasingly popular. In 1995, Pine Ridge created an experimental blend of these two very different varietals, and we were thrilled to discover how delicious our results were. + We originally sold the wine in small quantities out of our Tasting Room in Napa, but as more people tried the blend, it became increasingly popular. CB+V

+ Today, you can find Chenin Blanc + Viognier at your favorite beverage retailer or on the wine list at your local fine dining restaurant. + CB+V is often imitated, but never duplicated. + Today, you can find Chenin Blanc + Viognier at your favorite beverage retailer or on the wine list at your local fine dining restaurant. + CB+V is often imitated, but never duplicated.

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+ Residual sugar is sugar that remains in the wine when the fermentation process is complete. + Wines that have no residual sugar after fermenta tion are considered dry. + Residual sugar is sugar that remains in the wine when the fermentation process is complete. + Wines that have no residual sugar after fermenta tion are considered dry.

+ Depending on how much residual sugar is left, a wine can be dry, off-dry, semi-sweet or sweet. + Chenin Blanc + Viognier is considered off-dry, as it is only very slightly sweet. + Depending on how much residual sugar is left, a wine can be dry, off-dry, semi-sweet or sweet. + Chenin Blanc + Viognier is considered off-dry, as it is only very slightly sweet. CB+V

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