- The alcohol by volume (ABV) of white wine generally ranges from around 9% to 14%, with most falling between 10% and 13%.
- Chardonnay (around 13.5% ABV)
- Sauvignon Blanc (around 12.5% ABV)
- Riesling (around 8.5-13% ABV)
- Pinot Grigio/Pinot Gris (around 12-13% ABV)
- Moscato (around 5-7% ABV for sweet styles, up to 11% for drier styles)
- Gewürztraminer (around 11-14% ABV)
- Chenin Blanc (around 11.5-13.5% ABV)
- Viognier (around 13.5-14.5% ABV)
- Grüner Veltliner (around 12-13.5% ABV)
- Albariño/Alvarinho (around 11.5-13.5% ABV)
- Semillon (around 11-13.5% ABV)
- Verdicchio (around 12-13.5% ABV)
- Torrontés (around 12-13.5% ABV)
- Marsanne (around 12-14% ABV)
- Roussanne (around 13-14.5% ABV)
- Pinot Blanc (around 11.5-13.5% ABV)
- Muscadet (around 11-12.5% ABV)
- Soave (around 11-12.5% ABV)
- Viura/Macabeo (around 11-13.5% ABV)
- Garganega (around 11.5-13.5% ABV)
The alcohol content can vary depending on factors such as grape variety, winemaking techniques, and regional regulations. Whether you’re enjoying a crisp Sauvignon Blanc, a buttery Chardonnay, or a floral Riesling, understanding the alcohol content of white wine adds to your tasting experience. White wine is typically available in various bottle sizes, including standard 750ml bottles, magnums, and even smaller single-serving bottles known as “miniatures.”
