CH Whites

It appears in your glass as a seamless and expressive sparkling wine imbued with balance and tension. A lovely lemon-straw color gives way to fragrant citrus and almond notes. Racy on entry, filling the palate with a rich, creamy mousse, followed by tart apple, pithy lemon, a touch of grapefruit, and brioche notes. Bubbly is the perfect appetizer and dessert wine, and is especially enjoyable with hard and Soft cheesess at the end of a meal.

When California producers of sparkling wine get it right, they deliver the kind of wine you wish you could enjoy every single day. And that’s exactly why we’re beyond thrilled to share Lot 936 2021 Arroyo Grande Sparkling Wine with you. This is the kind of California bubbly that practically demands daily indulgence.

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We sourced Lot 936 from one of the top producers of the California Central Coast. As far back as the early 2000s, the winery itself received praise by world-famous critic Robert M. Parker Jr. as having “well-placed vineyards,” and he felt even then they were getting “serious about quality.” This very sparkler, made from estate grapes from the fog-shrouded, cool-climate Arroyo Grande Valley, inspired some of the leading wine critics in the U.S. to call it a “top-performing wine,” which should make your list of bubbly “for any occasion.”

Made in the French “Méthode Champenoise” style, newly-pressed wine is blended with special reserve wine from previous harvests to add richness and complexity, and the secondary fermentation—the magic that produces the tiny beads of bubbles—was done in the bottle, just like the finest French Champagne.

A rare, elegant white blend from an outstanding Rutherford estate.

An elegant nose of fresh-picked lime leaf, beeswax, wet river stones, and citrus blossoms pulls you deep into the glass. An expertly weighted entry is framed by medium acidity and a terroir-driven focus of lemon and gravel. The finish is dry and refreshingly clean, with resonant beeswax and delicate lemon blossom. This is a light, silky, wine that will be perfectly suited at both the poolside and the dinner table.

Two grapes define white Bordeaux: Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon. The blending of the two is a bedrock of classic French white wine technique – when done right, the body and roundness of Semillon perfectly complements the acidity and herbal notes of Sauv Blanc, resulting in an elevated wine that’s far greater than the sum of its parts. North Coast winemakers tend to throw in lots of bells and whistles for red Meritage since it’s an obvious showcase for blending skills, and that approach applies to white Meritage as well. However, white productions are much rarer.

Lot 825 comes to us from one of the most critically acclaimed and awarded wineries in Rutherford, and given the winemaker’s previous tours of duty in both Bordeaux and Napa Valley, this Sauv Blanc/Semillon blend could not have been produced by anyone who was a more perfect fit for the job.

Truly the pinnacle expression of the varietal sourced from a high-end artisanal winery in Asti.

With a beautiful frizzante (fizzy) effervescence, this Moscato d’Asti is the creamy, vivacious, semi-sweet Italian white you’ve been missing. It is positively bursting with every peach flavor you can imagine, from just-picked yellow peaches, ushering you back to childhood, then bringing you home again with a wonderfully-refreshing white peach acidity. The finish is crisp and clean with notes of fresh orange blossoms and candied green apples. You’d be wise to pair this with gooey, creamy cow's milk soft-ripened cheeses and maybe even a slice of red velvet cake at the end of the night. Serve well-chilled.

Long-time CHW fans know that since our first Moscato release some 10 years ago, it’s been a monster runaway hit, and year after year the most frequent request (by a mile) to our customer service inbox is this: “When are you getting the Moscato again?!” Not Napa Valley Cabernet, but Moscato d’Asti.

Sourced from a high-end artisanal winery in Asti, there’s never enough supply to meet our demand, and availability is never guaranteed in any year. Lot 836 is truly the pinnacle expression of the varietal, and the one you’ll find yourself using as a benchmark against all others – you may never be able to drink another Moscato again. This is one to have on hand year-round folks, so grab a few cases while they last!

Pairs perfectly with citrus salad!

Crisp and lively, this Chenin Blanc offers all the zesty sparkle you crave, at a price that lets you celebrate any occasion!

This Clarksburg Chenin Blanc explodes with vibrant aromas of Honeysuckle and Meyer lemon, hinting at a touch of Honeydew Melon. The palate is equally lively, bursting with juicy stone fruits like nectarine and Apricot, balanced by a refreshing minerality and a crisp finish. It's a delightful white wine at an incredible price.

Escape to California's hidden gem! This Clarksburg Chenin Blanc sings with orchard fruits – think crisp apple, juicy pear, and a touch of Honeydew. Sustainability-focused vines, nestled near a winding river delta, benefit from daytime sunshine and cooling evening breezes – a hallmark of this region just east of Napa.

Imagine sipping this refreshing off-dry Chenin Blanc on a warm evening, the California sunshine fading into a gentle golden glow. In your hand, the chilled glass feels cool and inviting. On a nearby table, picture a plate overflowing with summer's bounty - plump, ripe strawberries begging to be dipped in rich whipped cream and decadent chocolate sauce. Add in crumbles of creamy goat cheese drizzled with local honey, alongside a selection of cured meats like prosciutto and smoky salami. Freshly baked bread awaits, ready to soak up every drop of this delightful Chenin Blanc. Each bite and sip is an explosion of flavor, transporting you to a California dream come true, the perfect pairing for an effortless evening.

You could drink any old Chardonnay or Pinot Grigio. Or, you could fill up on this as an EXTRA-ORDINARY, rare blend.

A downright delicious and creamy white with an undercurrent of zingy acidity. Leads with the creaminess, and ripe tropical and orchard fruit of Chardonnay, balanced by the zesty-bright acidity of Bianchetta Trevigiana. But that’s not all—the fleshy, juicy, floral-driven qualities of Viognier and Pinot Grigio are balanced by the soft, silken, and highly aromatic notes from Grenache Blanc and Albariño. This is pure aromatic magic and a real surprise on the palate. Serve with Sole Meunière, Coq au Vin Blanc, or fish and chips.

This one was a blast to put together! Here’s the inside scoop on how Lot 921—a deliciously rare white blend—came to be. In early 2020, our viticulturist, Zeke, picked up the phone to find out a host of unique varieties originally destined for a master blender of kitchen-sink grapes was backing out of a deal. The caller offered Zeke Chardonnay and Bianchetta Trevigiana (an Italian variety) from Carneros, Viognier and Pinot Grigio grapes from Sonoma Mountain, and Grenache Blanc and Albariño from the Suisun Valley, east of San Francisco.

Zeke conferenced with the winemaking team to find out if they wanted all those varieties, and their collective thinking was immediately affirmative. They reasoned that if this legendary master blender was planning to bottle all those grapes into one blend—the Cameron Hughes team should do the same. It’s so rare that we get to flex our creative muscles with whites from California. It’s usually either Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc. But not Lot 921. This white HAS IT ALL. The creaminess and ripe tropical and orchard fruit of Chardonnay; the zesty-bright acidity of Bianchetta Trevigiana; the fleshy, juicy, floral-driven qualities from Viognier and Pinot Grigio, balanced by the soft, silken, and highly aromatic notes from Grenache Blanc and Albariño. The result is pure aromatic magic. This is a wine you could smell all day, all night.

A southern French-inspired blend from one of our favorite Washington estates.

Deep straw on the pour, the nose is rich with notes of golden honey accented by pears and apples. The entry is excellently weighted with medium-to-medium+ acidity uplifting lemon and beeswax with excellent minerality, piquing with spice as you move to a finish of fresh butter, toasty barrel influence, and delicate hints of warm, spiced caramel umami. Rich and exciting, this wine shows itself to be the perfect middle ground between solo sipper and an excellent, versatile food pairing option.

The Walla Walla Valley is home to about a hundred wineries and produces some seriously good wines that are fetching increasingly high praise from critics and casuals alike. Known not only for superb Cabs, Syrahs, and Merlots, the Walla Walla Valley (and Washington as a whole) is a bastion of the world’s more obscure grape growths in New World expressions. Today’s release is a perfect embodiment of that grape growing culture.

Lot 741 comes to us from an estate winery in Walla Walla whose wines are crafted by their in-house team in collaboration with one of the world’s most famous consulting winemakers. A superb amalgamation of Picpoul, Viognier, Clairette Blanche, Roussanne, Marsanne, and Grenache Blanc, it's Old World styling with New World fruit at a killer price.

Sub-$15 southern French-inspired, full-bodied blend with indelible pedigree? Stock up!

Sunshine in a glass, the 2023 Cameron Hughes 'Lot 953' California Chardonnay is a full-bodied crowd-pleaser. Bursting with bright fruit flavors of zesty lemon rind, juicy lychee, crisp green apple, and ripe pear, this golden-straw beauty strikes the perfect balance between vibrancy and elegance. Whether paired with buttery shrimp, a luscious pasta with cream sauce, or a simple cheese platter, its dry, refreshing finish keeps you coming back for more.

This 2024 Cameron Hughes ‘Lot 955’ Sauvignon Blanc is a stellar example of Sonoma County’s legendary winemaking abilities. Meticulously crafted by expert winemakers, this premium dry white wine is a beautiful addition to any wine cellar.

On the palate, this refreshing wine delivers vibrant notes of grapefruit, citrus blossom, lime zest, and juicy white peach. When perfectly chilled, this aromatic Sauvignon Blanc shines on its own and effortlessly elevates dishes like a tuna poké bow, herbaceous goat cheese salad, and fresh raw oysters.