How many of these unusual white grape varieties do you know?

James Button February 18, 2017

Unusual white grape varieties

Sylvaner vineyard. Credit: Marianne Casamance / Wikimedia Commons

Here's some wines to track down if you're feeling adventurous...

We are all familiar with the usual suspects such as Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Grigio, but consider that there are thousands of different grape varieties and it soon becomes apparent that there is a whole world to explore outside of our comfort zone.

Here are five unusual white grape varieties worth tracking down.

If you are the type of person who loves to discover exciting new wines, this list is a great place to start.

See also: Grape names quiz – test your knowledge

Unusual white grape varieties to try:

Domaine Boeckel, Sylvaner, Zotzenberg Grand Cru 2012

Domaine Boeckel, Sylvaner, Zotzenberg Grand Cru, Alsace 2012

Now run by the fifth winemaking generation of the Boeckel family, this wine comes from a vineyard that produces superior

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Vineyards growing Marselan grapes

Marselan growing in the Rhône. Credit: Per Karlsson, BKWine 2 / Alamy Stock Photo

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