How to Choose a White Bordeaux

With an impeccable reputation and long history it is difficult to find bad White Bordeaux. These wines originate in the Bordeaux region of France, one of the most popular wine-producing regions in the world. White Bordeaux isn't as stuffy as its name may suggest, as you will discover on your journey to choosing the perfect White Bordeaux.

Things You'll Need

• White wine glasses

Instructions

1. Read all about it. Find a book dedicated to White Bordeaux to get the most comprehensive and complete information. Try the wine exchange website; it has books on thousands of wines.

2. Understand the many facets of White Bordeaux flavors. This wine can be sweet, dry, oaky or herbaceous.

3. Educate yourself on appellations. The Bordeaux wine-growing region in France has six different appellations. Grapes grown in the different regions will produce White Bordeaux with different flavors.

4. Know why age is important. The aging and fermentation process of White Bordeaux greatly affects its flavors and aromas. Older vintages will have more bold flavors, while younger vintages will be lighter-bodied in flavor and aroma.

5. Know the full potential of a White Bordeaux. This wine should be chilled around 45 degrees. This is slightly cooler than other white wines. Serving at this temperature will allow you to appreciate the wine's full flavors and aromas.

Tips & Warnings

• Be prepared to pay if you are searching for great White Bordeaux. They are rare and, therefore, expensive.

• White Bordeaux doesn't have to be expensive to be good. You can still find a good White Bordeaux starting at $10 a bottle and up.

• Take your White Bordeaux out of the refrigerator about 45 minutes before serving. This will allow the wine to reach the optimal serving temperature.

• Attend a wine tasting. Wine tastings allow you to sample different wines before buying.

• Choose the right wine glasses. Wine glasses are designed to enhance the flavor, aroma and texture of the type of wine you are drinking.

• Choose based on your tastes. Don't choose White Bordeaux because it is what everyone else is drinking. Choose what you like.