5 Springtime Whites You Need to Try
Apr 23, 2025
There’s something magical about that first warm breeze of spring—the way it whispers through budding trees and nudges us to throw open the windows, light up the grill, and pour ourselves something crisp and refreshing. It’s the season of renewal, and that goes for your wine rack too.
Whether you're nibbling on a salad of first-of-the-season greens or plating up some grilled asparagus with lemon and olive oil, a chilled glass of white wine makes it all taste even more like spring. Here are five white wines that sing with the season—and pair beautifully with organic, seasonal fare.
1. Grüner Veltliner – The Green Goddess of Spring
Austria’s gift to springtime sipping, Grüner Veltliner is zesty, herbaceous, and brimming with green apple and white pepper notes. It’s basically spring in a glass. If you’re a farmers’ market regular, this wine is your best friend. It shines with anything green—think arugula, peas, fava beans, or that classic asparagus that makes other wines cower.
Pair it with: A lemony spring vegetable risotto or Spring Pea and Asparagus Pasta or chef's favorite spring dish with poached asparagus, soft egg and prosciutto. Trust me, your tastebuds will thank you.
2. Chablis – Chardonnay’s Cool, Minerally Cousin
Chablis is not your oaky, buttery Chardonnay. This French beauty comes from the cooler Burgundy region and is all about minerality, citrus, and clean elegance. It's perfect with simple spring dishes—especially those featuring shellfish or garden-fresh herbs.
Pair it with: Oysters or a Lemon-Herb Roasted Chicken served with baby potatoes and spring greens.
3. Furmint – Hungary’s Best-Kept Secret
This might be the most under-the-radar wine on this list, but it’s time to change that. Furmint (from Hungary) is crisp, a little smoky, and beautifully complex—like a mashup of Riesling and Chenin Blanc. It’s got the acidity to cut through rich dishes but enough fruit and texture to hold its own with grilled veggies or creamy sauces.
Pair it with: Grilled spring onions, goat cheese tart, or even a creamy spring soup like spring leek and potato soup.
4. Sauvignon Blanc – The Springtime Classic
No spring white wine list is complete without Sauvignon Blanc. From the citrusy Loire Valley styles to the punchy tropical versions from New Zealand, there’s a bottle for everyone. It’s bright, grassy, and made to pair with the first greens of the season.
Pair it with: Anything with goat cheese, greens, or herbs. Just make sure the acidity of your dish matches the acidity of the wine.
5. Vermentino – Sunshine in a Bottle
Hailing from Italy and the south of France, Vermentino is a Mediterranean dream. Salty, citrusy, and slightly floral, it’s built for sunny afternoons and grilled seafood. It’s like a sea breeze in wine form.
Pair it with: Grilled sardines, fennel salads, or an herbed white bean and tuna salad made with good olive oil and a squeeze of lemon.
Your Spring Wine Adventure Awaits
These five wines aren’t just delicious—they’re invitations to cook more, gather often, and celebrate the season’s bounty. So pick up a bottle (or a few), hit your local market for some organic spring produce, and toast to the simple joy of eating and drinking well, together.
PRO TIP: don't serve your wines icy cold. If they're colder than 40-45 degrees, they will start to lose their aroma and flavor and instead taste like watery alcohol. Let the flavors of these unique wines shine and let them come up a little bit from the fridge temperature.
Let me know if you'd like wine shop recommendations or pairing ideas for a spring dinner party—I’ve got plenty more where this came from!
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