Dry white wines are a type of white wine that has a low sugar content of less than 1% or about 4 grams per liter. The dryness of the wine is dictated during the fermentation process, and winemakers control it by strategically selecting the grape variety and time of harvest. Some popular examples of dry white wines include Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Muscadet, Albariño, Pinot Grigio, Soave, Picpoul, and Grenache Blanc.
Dry white wines are widely popular all around the world thanks to their crisp and refreshing aromas and flavors. They are often used for cooking lighter dishes such as chicken, pork, veal, soup, seafood, shellfish, and vegetables. When selecting a dry white wine for cooking, it is important to choose a wine that tastes good on its own, as a poor-quality wine can ruin a great dish. It is recommended to choose a crisp, good quality wine for cooking while saving the higher quality bottles for sipping.
