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White wine

Wine made from white (light-coloured) grape varieties, whereby the berry colour can vary greatly from white to yellow, green, brownish to red. White wines are generally produced in larger quantities than red wines, especially in cooler wine-growing regions. Rosé wine is produced using a similar process with the same steps.

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Production

The production process differs significantly from the more complex red wine production. In contrast to red wine, the grapes are pressed immediately after destemming and crushing. Most of the must is fermented without stems and berry skins (see also destemming); exceptions are natural wines. A special white wine is made from dark, i.e. red wine grapes; this technique is called blanc de noirs (white from black) or white pressing. An example of an elaborate white wine production is given under Château d'Yquem.

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