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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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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.

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. 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. 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. This surge reflects

AVALINE FRANCE, VIN DE FRANCE Avaline Sauvignon Blanc NV 30313883 12/750ML

$198.00

BURGANS SPAIN, GALICIA Burgans Albariño 2022 30312623 12/750ML

$168.00

CHATEAU DUCASSE FRANCE, BORDEAUX Chateau Ducasse Bordeaux Blanc 2022 Muscadelle/Sauvignon Blanc/Semillon 30309328 12/750ML $180.00 CHATEAU GRAVILLE-LACOSTE FRANCE, BORDEAUX Chateau Graville-Lacoste Graves 2022 Muscadelle/Sauvignon Blanc/Semillon 30309329 12/750ML $198.00 KING ESTATE USA, OREGON- WILLAMETTE VALLEY King Estate Pinot Gris 2022 30311106 12/750ML $180.00 90WE OXFORD LANDING AUSTRALIA, SOUTH AUSTRALIA Oxford Landing Pinot Grigio 2022 30300144 12/750ML $99.00

* 32% SipSource data through May 2024

SOULEIL VIN DE BONTE FRANCE, FRANCE Souleil Vin De Bonte Le Blanc 2022 Picpoul 30309665 12/750ML $132.00 STADT KREMS AUSTRIA, NIEDEROSTERREICH Stadt Krems Grüner Veltliner 2022 30309035 12/750ML $144.00

STELLA ITALY, VENETO Stella Pinot Grigio 2023 30317438 12/750ML

$90.00

...offering refreshing crispness and bright flavors like lemon, lime, grapefruit, & green apple

TIEFENBRUNNER ITALY, TRENTINO-ALTO ADIGE Tiefenbrunner Pinot Grigio 2022 30289674 12/750ML $180.00

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

$126.00

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Sauvignon Blanc is considered one of the most food-friendly white wines

LIGHT & CRISP Popular varieties include new world Sauvignon Blanc, Grüner Veltliner, and Verdejo. 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. ALLAN SCOTT NEW ZEALAND, MARLBOROUGH Allan Scott Sauvignon Blanc 2023 30312981 12/750ML $153.00 93WS ELIZABETH SPENCER USA, CALIFORNIA- MENDOCINO Elizabeth Spencer Sauvignon Blanc Organic 2022 30319585 12/750ML $198.00

NAUTILUS NEW ZEALAND, MARLBOROUGH Nautilus Sauvignon Blanc 2022 30295464 12/750ML $168.00 PONGA NEW ZEALAND, MARLBOROUGH Ponga Sauvignon Blanc 2022 30294908 12/750ML $135.00

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SEAN MINOR USA, CALIFORNIA Sean Minor CA Series Sauvignon Blanc 2022 30319487 12/750ML $153.00 TREANA USA, CALIFORNIA- PASO ROBLES Treana Sauvignon Blanc 2022 30310016 12/750ML $225.00 TWIN ISLANDS NEW ZEALAND, MARLBOROUGH Twin Islands Sauvignon Blanc 2022 30295465 12/750ML $168.00 VILLA MARIA NEW ZEALAND, MARLBOROUGH Villa Maria Sauvignon Blanc Earth Garden 2022 30298940 12/750ML $171.00 VILLA MARIA NEW ZEALAND, MARLBOROUGH Villa Maria Sauvignon Blanc Private Bin 2022 30295243 12/750ML $144.00 90JS

EXCELSIOR SOUTH AFRICA, WESTERN CAPE Excelsior Sauvignon Blanc 2023 30312791 12/750ML $108.00

JAINE USA, WASHINGTON- COLUMBIA VALLEY Jaine Sauvignon Blanc Sustainable Vineyards 2022 30318034 12/750ML $200.00 91JS

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.

AVALINE SPAIN, PENEDES Avaline White Wine NV Macabeo/Parellada/White Grenache/Xarel-lo 30274381 12/750ML $180.00 91TP BROADBENT VINHO VERDE PORTUGAL, MINHO Broadbent Vinho Verde NV Loureiro/Pedernã/Trajadura 30124298 12/750ML $108.00 CLEAN SLATE GERMANY, MOSEL-SAAR-RUWER Clean Slate Riesling 2022 30312695 12/750ML $117.00 DOMAINE LAFAGE FRANCE, LANGUEDOC ROUSSILLON Domaine Lafage Cote D'Est 2021 Chardonnay/Grenache Blanc/Marsanne 30291018 12/750ML $132.00 INDABA SOUTH AFRICA, WESTERN CAPE Indaba Chenin Blanc 2023 30314900 12/750ML $96.00 JAM JAR SOUTH AFRICA, WESTERN CAPE Jam Jar Sweet White 2023 Muscat Blanc A Petits Grains 30317333 12/750ML $90.00 PEWSEY VALE AUSTRALIA, SOUTH AUSTRALIA Pewsey Vale Riesling 2022 30296605 12/750ML $171.00 96JS YALUMBA Y SERIES AUSTRALIA, SOUTH AUSTRALIA Yalumba Viognier The Y Series 2021 30286128 12/750ML $120.00 91WE

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