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Italian White Wine Types
Italian white wines may not get the same attention as Italian red wines, but these wines have flavors and qualities that can complement any meal or occasion. Four Italian white wines of note are Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, Moscato D'Asti and Soave. Add this to my Recipe Box.
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Pinot Grigio
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The variety of grapes make Italian white wine versatile. Pinot Grigio has a pale-gold color, although some varieties have a hint of red. With its peach and citrus aromas and light body, Pinot Grigio can be served as an appetizer wine or a dinner wine. This wine may be paired with fish or poultry. Some wine connoisseurs claim that this wine is more acidic than most, but still enjoy the bite and crispness and the aroma of fruit.
Italian Chardonnay
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The rich Italian soil allows Chardonnay grapes to develop a full flavor. Chardonnay has soft and crisp notes that pair well with seafood such as lobster or crab, fish and dishes with butter or cream-based sauces. Italian Chardonnay can also be served as an appetizer wine because of its crisp flavor.
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Muscato D'Asti
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Muscato D'Asti is an Italian white wine that is carbonated and known as a sparkling white wine. The Muscato grape is true to its appearance when it comes to the color and taste. The wine has an enriched sugar content that hightens the aromatic smell of the grape and gives the wine a sweeter taste than most non-sparkling wines. The fermentation of the wine is stopped at 5 percent alcohol so that the carbonation from the fermentation process will produce the bubbles that are associated with sparkling wines.
Soave
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Produced in the area around Verona, Italy, Soave wine is considered the dry white wine of Italy. Though there are sparkling and sweet varieties, the dry Soave is favored among Italians. Soave is aged for eight months which gives it a alcohol ratings of 11.5 percent. It is the color of straw and has a light acidic taste. The dry variety has a touch of tannin, but not so much as to take away from its mellow flavor. It is usually served with fish or other light, white meats. Soave is also used as an appetizer wine before dinner or with bread and fruit.
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