PHOOTOGRAPHY:GABRIELLE JOHNSON
As discussed on a recent episode of the “VinePair Podcast,” white wine is on the rise (in no small part due to Taylor Swift’s love of the beverage). And it appears as if large companies have caught on, with several conglomerates buying up white wine brands in anticipation of this trend continuing in 2024.
We couldn’t be more excited about this shift, as more and more outstanding bottles enter the market. The diversity of varieties and regions producing stellar white wines has simply become too enthralling to ignore. There are classic examples of white grapes thriving in their home soil like Pinot Bianco from Alto Adige, Austrian Grüner Veltliner, and Alsatian Riesling, but also a number of bottles from producers experimenting with obscure grapes on new turf like Xarel-lo from California and Melon de Bourgogne from the North Fork of Long Island.
Among a sea of white wine tasted this past year at VinePair, certain expressions wowed us with their distinct characteristics and charm. The following bottles showcase the depth and versatility that white wine can offer. Here are the 30 best white wines for 2024.
Best White Wines Under $50
Leon Manbach Riesling Grand Cru Frankstein 2019
Alsatian Riesling can sometimes be overshadowed by Germany and, these days, New York. This bottle commands attention and will have you seeking out more from this region in the Vosges mountains. On the nose, you have a honey note wafting up with hints of pepper and sliced pears. The palate is dry, with an intense concentration of fruit and bracing acidity.
Average price: $35
Rating: 93