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Wines like Aidani
An aromatic Aegean variety used in Santorini blends and in Vinsanto. Below: what to try next, grouped by the direction you want to travel.
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What do you like about Aidani?
Optional — the results below already work without it. But “I like Malbec” is at least four different preferences wearing one name, and saying which one you mean changes the answer substantially. Only qualities this wine actually has are offered.
What these words mean
- The tropical fruit
- Passionfruit, mango, pineapple, guava. It comes from riper fruit and warmer sites, and it is the difference between Marlborough and Sancerre in the same grape.
- How light it is
- A wine you can drink without it feeling like a commitment. Usually lower in alcohol as well as lighter in the mouth.
- That it is not oaky
- No barrel character — just the fruit and the acidity. Chablis and Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc are the reference points.
- The floral character
- Rose, violet, elderflower, orange blossom.
- How aromatic it is
- Some grapes announce themselves from across the room — Gewürztraminer, Muscat, Sauvignon Blanc. Others are far quieter, and quiet is not the same as dull.
- The touch of sweetness
- Actual sugar left in the wine, which is a different thing from tasting fruity. A wine can smell of ripe peach and be completely dry.
Looking for something keeping the floral, perfumed side, while moving away from too plain or too simple and too tropical or sweet-smelling.
Based on what you said
Ranked against the qualities you named rather than against the wine as a whole. The directions below are refined the same way.
Roero Arneis
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
- Has some of the floral, perfumed side, though less of it.
- Substantially less plain or too simple.
- A little less tropical or sweet-smelling.
Chardonnay
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
- Has noticeably less of the floral, perfumed side.
- Substantially less plain or too simple.
- A little less tropical or sweet-smelling.
Macabeo
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
- Has some of the floral, perfumed side, though less of it.
- Substantially less plain or too simple.
- A little less tropical or sweet-smelling.
Garganega
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
- Has some of the floral, perfumed side, though less of it.
- Substantially less plain or too simple.
- A little less tropical or sweet-smelling.
Soave
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
- Has some of the floral, perfumed side, though less of it.
- Substantially less plain or too simple.
- A little less tropical or sweet-smelling.
Chenin Blanc
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
- Has noticeably less of the floral, perfumed side.
- Substantially less plain or too simple.
- A little less tropical or sweet-smelling.
Vouvray
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
- Has some of the floral, perfumed side, though less of it.
- Substantially less plain or too simple.
- A little less tropical or sweet-smelling.
Pinot Gris
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
- Has noticeably less of the floral, perfumed side.
- Substantially less plain or too simple.
- A little less tropical or sweet-smelling.
Closest overall
Nearest neighbours, no change of direction.
Closest matches
The nearest overall neighbours across structure and flavour, with no deliberate change of direction.
Roero Arneis
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fruitier.
Chardonnay
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less floral, and fruitier.
Macabeo
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fruitier.
Garganega
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fruitier.
Different grape, similar feel
Deliberately excludes the variety you already know, to find a genuinely new wine that fills the same role.
Roero Arneis
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fruitier.
Chardonnay
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less floral, and fruitier.
Macabeo
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fruitier.
Garganega
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fruitier.
Change the structure
Same idea, different weight, grip or freshness.
Similar but lighter
Keeps the character but reduces weight, alcohol and density in the mouth.
Jacquère
Jacquère scores closest to Aidani across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and less floral.
Kabinett
Kabinett scores closest to Aidani across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fruitier.
Mosel Riesling
Mosel Riesling scores closest to Aidani across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fruitier.
Hondarrabi Zuri
Hondarrabi Zuri scores closest to Aidani across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and less floral.
Similar but lower in alcohol
Holds the character and the weight where it can, and moves specifically on strength. Note that below about 11% the choices narrow sharply, and below 5% they are mostly a different category rather than a lighter version of the same one.
Koshu
Koshu scores closest to Aidani across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be less floral, and less oaky.
Parellada
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fruitier.
Vinho Verde
Vinho Verde scores closest to Aidani across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fresher and more acidic.
Müller-Thurgau
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fruitier.
Similar but fuller
Keeps the character but adds weight, concentration and mouthfeel.
Chardonnay
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less floral, and fruitier.
Chenin Blanc
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher and more acidic, and less floral.
Roussanne
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and more aromatic.
Friuli white
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less floral, and fruitier.
Similar but less tannic
For readers who find firm reds drying. Reduces tannic grip while holding flavour and weight roughly steady.
Nothing in WineHQ's catalogue makes this move meaningfully from here. These are the closest wines otherwise, but do not expect them to deliver what you asked for — the honest answer is that this style does not have a good neighbour in that direction.
Chardonnay
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less floral, and fruitier.
Chenin Blanc
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher and more acidic, and less floral.
Roero Arneis
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fruitier.
Macabeo
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fruitier.
Similar but more structured
More tannic architecture, for food or for ageing.
Friuli white
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less floral, and fruitier.
Koshu
Koshu scores closest to Aidani across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be less floral, and less oaky.
Istrian Malvazija
Istrian Malvazija scores closest to Aidani across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be less floral, and less oaky.
Mtsvane Kakhuri
Mtsvane Kakhuri scores closest to Aidani across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fruitier.
Similar but fresher
Raises acidity and overall lift, usually by moving to a cooler-climate expression.
Chardonnay
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less floral, and fresher and more acidic.
Garganega
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fresher and more acidic.
Soave
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fresher and more acidic.
Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc scores closest to Aidani across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher and more acidic, and less floral.
Similar but softer
Lowers acidity and sharpness in favour of a broader, gentler feel.
Marsanne
Marsanne scores closest to Aidani across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be less floral, and less oaky.
Condrieu
Condrieu scores closest to Aidani across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more aromatic.
Viognier
Viognier scores closest to Aidani across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more aromatic.
Grenache Blanc
Grenache Blanc scores closest to Aidani across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and less floral.
The sparkling version
Moves to a sparkling expression while holding the flavour and weight as close as possible.
Glera
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fruitier.
Vouvray
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher and more acidic, and less oaky.
Cava
Cava scores closest to Aidani across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be less floral, and less oaky.
Crémant
Crémant scores closest to Aidani across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be less floral, and fresher and more acidic.
Similar but drier
Reduces perceptible sugar while keeping aromatic character.
Roero Arneis
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fruitier.
Chardonnay
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less floral, and fruitier.
Macabeo
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fruitier.
Soave
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fruitier.
Similar but sweeter
Adds perceptible sweetness, which also softens acidity and chilli heat.
Moscatel de Setúbal
Moscatel de Setúbal scores closest to Aidani across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more aromatic.
Vin de Constance
Vin de Constance scores closest to Aidani across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more aromatic.
Pedro Ximénez sherry
Pedro Ximénez sherry scores closest to Aidani across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and less floral.
Vin Santo
Vin Santo scores closest to Aidani across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and less floral.
Change the flavour
Same shape, different aromatic character.
Similar but more oaky
Adds barrel character, toast and a creamier texture.
Chardonnay
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be less floral, and fruitier.
Chenin Blanc
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher and more acidic, and less floral.
Sémillon
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less floral, and fruitier.
White Burgundy
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less floral, and fruitier.
Similar but more aromatic
More to smell before you taste — floral, fruity or spiced aromatics.
Condrieu
Condrieu scores closest to Aidani across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be more aromatic, and fruitier.
Viognier
Viognier scores closest to Aidani across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be more aromatic, and fruitier.
Moschofilero
Both come from the same country.
Expect: Expect it to be more aromatic, and less oaky.
Mantinia Moschofilero
Both come from the same country.
Expect: Expect it to be more aromatic, and less oaky.
Similar but more restrained
For readers who find intensely aromatic wines tiring over a whole glass. Keeps the structure, turns the volume down.
Roero Arneis
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fruitier.
Macabeo
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and less floral.
Chardonnay
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less floral, and fruitier.
Garganega
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and less floral.
Similar but more floral
Pushes specifically towards rose, violet, blossom and elderflower character.
Condrieu
Condrieu scores closest to Aidani across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more aromatic.
Viognier
Viognier scores closest to Aidani across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more aromatic.
Moschofilero
Both come from the same country.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and more aromatic.
Mantinia Moschofilero
Both come from the same country.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and more aromatic.
Similar but less floral
Some drinkers read floral aromatics as soapy or perfumed. This holds the structure and removes them.
Chardonnay
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less floral, and fruitier.
Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc scores closest to Aidani across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be less floral, and fresher and more acidic.
Roero Arneis
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and less floral.
Macabeo
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less floral, and less oaky.
Similar but more savoury
Moves away from primary fruit towards earth, herb, meat and umami character.
Chardonnay
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less floral, and fruitier.
Garganega
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fruitier.
Soave
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fruitier.
Chenin Blanc
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher and more acidic, and less floral.
Similar but fruitier
More obvious, generous fruit flavour, usually from a warmer climate.
English Bacchus
English Bacchus scores closest to Aidani across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and less oaky.
Bacchus
Bacchus scores closest to Aidani across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and less oaky.
Montlouis-sur-Loire
Montlouis-sur-Loire scores closest to Aidani across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and fresher and more acidic.
Alsace Pinot Gris
Alsace Pinot Gris scores closest to Aidani across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and less oaky.
Change the place
Keep the grape, move it somewhere else.
Same grape, cooler climate
Typically fresher, lighter and more herbal, with lower alcohol.
Nothing in WineHQ's catalogue makes this move meaningfully from here. These are the closest wines otherwise, but do not expect them to deliver what you asked for — the honest answer is that this style does not have a good neighbour in that direction.
Same grape, warmer climate
Typically riper, fuller and more generous in fruit, with higher alcohol.
Nothing in WineHQ's catalogue makes this move meaningfully from here. These are the closest wines otherwise, but do not expect them to deliver what you asked for — the honest answer is that this style does not have a good neighbour in that direction.
Change the mood
Safer, stranger, cheaper or more serious.
A safe next step
Well-known wines that are widely available and unlikely to surprise anyone.
Chardonnay
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less floral, and fruitier.
Chenin Blanc
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher and more acidic, and less floral.
Pinot Gris
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less floral, and less oaky.
Glera
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fruitier.
Something more adventurous
Less familiar wines that occupy similar territory — the interesting end of the shelf.
Roero Arneis
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fruitier.
Macabeo
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fruitier.
Garganega
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fruitier.
Soave
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fruitier.
A better-value alternative
Wines that occupy similar sensory territory from regions carrying less price premium. WineHQ does not hold live prices, so this reasons from regional reputation and demand rather than from a price feed — treat it as a lead, not a quote.
Roero Arneis
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fruitier.
Macabeo
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fruitier.
Garganega
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fruitier.
Soave
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less oaky, and fruitier.
A step up
The benchmark expressions of the same territory, usually with more concentration, structure and ageing potential.
Chardonnay
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less floral, and fruitier.
Chenin Blanc
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher and more acidic, and less floral.
White Burgundy
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be less floral, and fruitier.
Sancerre
Sancerre scores closest to Aidani across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be fresher and more acidic, and less oaky.
Each suggestion is scored across sixteen taste dimensions, weighted so that structure matters more than flavour, and adjusted for whether the wine actually moves in the direction you asked for. Curated links from an editor carry extra weight — but only when the editor tagged them for this direction. Nothing here is a black box; see the taste model for the full method.