About Dry White Wines

A dry white wine does not have a sweet taste, but often leaves a crisp taste in your mouth after sampling it. Common types of dry white wines include Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling and Pinot Grigio.

Process

Dry white wines ferment for a longer period of time as compared to other wines. This causes almost the entire sugar content of the grapes to turn into alcohol.

Color

Wineries use multi-colored grapes to make white wine, but separate the skins from the grapes before the fermentation process begins. This allows the wine to maintain a white or yellowish color, regardless of the grape variety used to make it.

Flavoring

Different flavors of dry white wine result from the type of grape used, environmental factors during the growth cycle and the conditions of the cellar where wine storage occurs during fermentation.

Uses

According to DivineDinnerParty.com, pairing a dry white wine with chicken, seafood and spicy dishes enhances the flavor of food. You can also use white wine to add flavor to sauces when cooking.

Benefits

According to SheerBalance.com, dry white wines contain fewer calories than sweeter white wines. Migraine sufferers may find white wine less likely to contribute to a headache after consumption compared to red wine.

References

• DivineDinnerParty.com: White Wine Types
• SheerBalance.com: White Wine vs. Red Wine
• UK Home of Wines: White Wine