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White wine is made by separating the juice from the grape skins early and fermenting it; it's pale in colour and usually has lively acidity. The Jastin Off Licence white wine range includes Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio and Riesling as well as local grapes such as Misket and Kınalı Yapıncak; we deliver to your address in North Cyprus.
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How is white wine made?
For white wine, the grapes are crushed and pressed, then the juice is separated from the skins and fermented without them. So the colour ranges from pale straw to gold, and there's almost no tannin. What really shapes the character is the grape variety and the producer's choices: wines fermented in stainless steel tanks stay fresh and fruity, while those rested in oak casks take on a rounder, vanilla-tinged, creamy texture.
Main grapes and styles
Chardonnay
A fairly neutral grape on its own, Chardonnay readily takes on the mark of its region and winemaking; that's why there are both light, mineral examples and oaky, full-bodied ones. Cloudy Bay Chardonnay from New Zealand is one of the examples on our shelves.
Sauvignon Blanc
Known for its high acidity and distinctive aroma: in cool regions, grass and citrus notes come through; in warm regions, tropical fruit and peach. It's usually made without oak and drunk young. Andes Sauvignon Blanc is a good start for tasting this lively style.
Pinot Grigio and Soave
Pinot Grigio, the Italian name for the Pinot Gris grape, is mostly made in Italy as a light-bodied, pale, crisp wine. Soave, from around Verona, is likewise a light, easy-drinking white; Pasqua Soave is an example of the style.
Riesling and aromatic grapes
Riesling, Germany's emblem, is a floral, high-acid grape that can be made in styles from dry to sweet; Dr. Loosen Dr. L Riesling Dry is a dry example. Wines from the Misket (Muscat) family stand out for the grape's distinctive floral scent; the shelf has both dry and medium-sweet examples.
Local whites
Bottles such as Suvla Kınalı Yapıncak, made from Thrace's local Kınalı Yapıncak grape, and Kavaklıdere's Çankaya reflect Turkey's white wine tradition. Cyprus's own local white grape is Xynisteri.
Serving and food pairing
- Temperature: light and medium-bodied whites are served at 7–10 °C, full-bodied oaked whites at 10–13 °C. Serving too cold mutes the aromas.
- Glass: a glass with a narrower bowl than a red wine glass keeps it cool and holds the aroma.
- Food: whites with lively acidity go well with fish, seafood, olive oil dishes and halloumi; oaked Chardonnay with creamy pasta and chicken; aromatic and medium-sweet whites with spicy food.
For something different, browse our rosé wines and sparkling wines, or our whole wine range.
Frequently asked questions
At what temperature should white wine be served?
Light and medium-bodied white wines are best at 7–10 °C, full-bodied oak-aged whites at 10–13 °C. A bottle straight from the fridge is usually below these temperatures; taking it out shortly before serving helps the aromas open up.
What's the difference between Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc?
Chardonnay is a fairly neutral grape on its own and gets much of its character from region and winemaking; aged in oak it becomes round and creamy. Sauvignon Blanc is known for its high acidity and distinctive grass, citrus or tropical fruit aromas, is usually made without oak and is drunk young.
What is Pinot Grigio?
Pinot Grigio is the Italian name for Pinot Gris, a grape with pinkish-grey skins. In Italy it usually makes light-bodied, pale, crisp white wines with noticeable acidity. Pinot Gris from Alsace in France offers a fuller, spicier style from the same grape.
What is Cyprus's local white grape?
Cyprus's best-known local white grape is Xynisteri. It's one of the island's traditional grapes and, together with Mavro, can be used to make the famous sweet wine Commandaria. The island also has less widely grown local white varieties such as Promara and Spourtiko.
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