The world's top 10 white wine varieties are as follows:

1. Champagne

Champagne is one of the world's most popular types of wine, and is often associated with celebrations or festive events. Champagne brands are usually named after Champagne producers. The word "Champagne" comes from the French appellation of the same name. French law prohibits the use of this term on any wine label outside of the Champagne region. It is important to note that a dry Champagne should not be aged for more than two years after release.

2. Pinot Grigio

Pinot Grigio is a lighter white wine and one of the most popular white wines in the world. Pinot Grigio brands that sell well in foreign markets include Barefoot, Cavit and Santa Margherita. Pinot Gris wines are made from the Pinot Gris grape, so they generally have a more intense citrus fruit flavor.

3. Chardonnay

Chardonnay (Chardonnay) wines are made from the grape variety of the same name. Chardonnay grapes are widely planted in several production areas around the world, such as France, Australia, Italy, North America, and New Zealand. Many Chardonnay wines are aged in oak barrels, making them more suitable for pairing with heavier foods. In addition, Chardonnay white wines have some qualities that are specific to the variety.

4, Sauvignon Blanc

Sauvignon Blanc white wine (Sauvignon Blanc) is also made with the eponymous grape variety originating from France. In addition to France, the United States, California, South Africa, Chile and New Zealand can also produce good quality Sauvignon Blanc wine. This white wine usually has an herbaceous flavor and a pronounced acidity. If the grapes are not well ripened, the acidity in Sauvignon Blanc wines can be quite pronounced.

5. Semillon

Semilion wines, best known from France and Australia, are usually golden in color and easy to produce. Semilion grapes can be used to make both dry white wines and sweet white wines.

6, Riesling

Riesling (Reisling) is a grape variety produced mainly in the Rhine region of Germany, and Riesling wine is made from this light-colored grape. Riesling wines are often aromatic and fermented to produce various types of wines, such as sparkling wines, dry white wines and sweet white wines.

7. Moscato

Moscato wines are made from the Muscat grape. Muscat grapes are very powerful and can be used to make a variety of white wines, such as table wines, sweet wines (low alcohol), sparkling wines and fortified wines. It is worth noting that muscat grapes are also widely grown in many regions of the world.

8. Gewurztraminer

Gewurztraminer (Gewurztraminar) is made from a pink-colored aromatic grape variety of the same name, and is widely planted in many European and American countries. The Gewurztraminar grape is a variant of the Traminer grape, and the white wines made from it are ideal for pairing with Asian foods.

9, St. Billy Sauvignon

Sauvignon Saint-Bris is a white wine from France. This white wine is often a classic wine in the "wine and cheese" pairing, and is very compatible with Thai food. It is often floral and fruity, with flavors of green apple and elderflower.

10, Moscato

The Moscatel grape is a variety of Muscat, and white wines made from this grape from Valencia, Spain, are usually sweet. Winemakers of this type of wine generally respect the natural characteristics of the grape, i.e., they maintain the original flavor of the grape. Moscato wines go well with desserts and more acidic cheeses.