#white wine

Season

Vinho Verde – Summer's Lightest Glass

Low alcohol, natural fizz, and a salty citrus freshness that tastes of Atlantic breeze. Vinho Verde from Portugal is not just a white wine – it is a philosophy for warm days and long afternoons on the terrace.

Ole Sommelier · 7 min

Guides

The Perfect Picnic Drink Box

What should actually go in the drink box when the blanket is spread out in the park? Here is everything you need to know – from the right rosé and fresh white wine to cooling tricks and non-alcoholic alternatives that genuinely impress.

Lars Lansen · 7 min

New at Vinmonopolet

Summer's Best New Arrivals at Vinmonopolet

Seven new wines are ready for your shopping cart – here are Ole Sommelier's tips on what you should pick up this summer.

Ole Sommelier · 3 min

In Focus

Greek white grape varieties that suit the Norwegian summer

Assyrtiko, Malagousia, and Moschofilero are three Greek grape varieties that deserve a place at the Norwegian summer table. We dive into Greece's most exciting white wine regions and find out why they are made for seafood, grilled vegetables, and long summer evenings.

Ingrid Importør · 7 min

Guides

Wine for sushi and Asian grilled food

Soy sauce, wasabi, and smoked chicken with chili sauce – the Asian summer table is a fireworks display of flavors. But which wine keeps up? Here is the simple guide to choosing the right drink.

Lars Lansen · 7 min

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How to keep your white wine cold at the barbecue

Salt ice baths, insulated bags, and smart timing – here are the methods that actually work when the sun is blazing and your glass is about to go lukewarm. A practical guide from someone who learned it the hard way.

Kristine Craft · 7 min

New at Vinmonopolet

46 new flavors at Vinmonopolet this summer

From Burgundy's limestone-rich soils to Provence's rosé gardens – June brings exciting new arrivals for the curious drinker's shopping basket.

Ingrid Importør · 4 min

Season

White Rioja – Summer's Best-Kept Secret

The Viura grape produces fresh, herb-driven white wines in Rioja that most Norwegians have never tasted. It's time to do something about that – especially now that the terrace is calling.

Ole Sommelier · 6 min

Guides

The Aperitif Board That Sets the Spring Evening

A well-considered aperitif board is more than just snacks and drinks – it's an atmosphere. Here is the guide that helps you put together the perfect board for a bright spring evening, with the right drinks and flavors that elevate every single moment.

Lars Lansen · 7 min

Guides

The Color Code on the White Wine Bottle

The color in the glass is more than decoration – it's the wine's CV. Learn to read the nuances from nearly colorless to deep gold, and you'll make better choices the next time you open a bottle of white wine.

Ole Sommelier · 7 min

Guides

How to Read a Wine List Like a Pro

The wine list isn't the enemy – it's your best friend. Here are the tricks for navigating it with confidence, finding the hidden gems, and talking to the sommelier without breaking a sweat.

Lars Lansen · 7 min