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Wines like Šipon
The Slovenian name for Furmint, made dry in Štajerska rather than sweet. Below: what to try next, grouped by the direction you want to travel.
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What do you like about Šipon?
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 citrus and orchard fruit
- Lemon, lime, green apple, pear. The signature of a cool-climate white — quieter and less perfumed than tropical fruit, and a different thing from the acidity it usually travels with.
- How fresh and crisp it is
- Acidity is what makes your mouth water and makes a wine feel refreshing rather than heavy. It is the single most useful thing to know about your own taste.
- 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 too strong
- Alcohol you notice as warmth at the back of the throat. Some people find it a pleasant part of a big red and some find it tiring.
- That it is not oaky
- No barrel character — just the fruit and the acidity. Chablis and Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc are the reference points.
- That it is properly dry
- No perceptible sugar at all. Almost all red wine is dry and a good deal of white wine is not, which is why this is a more useful thing to say about a white than about a red.
Looking for something keeping the citrus and green-apple character, while moving away from too austere, too light or thin and too alcoholic or warming.
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.
Petit Manseng
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
- Keeps the citrus and green-apple character.
- Substantially less austere.
- Substantially less light or thin.
- Substantially less alcoholic or warming.
Bual
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
- Has some of the citrus and green-apple character, though less of it.
- Substantially less austere.
- Substantially less light or thin.
- Substantially less alcoholic or warming.
Pedro Ximénez
Pedro Ximénez scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
- Has some of the citrus and green-apple character, though less of it.
- Substantially less austere.
- Substantially less light or thin.
- Substantially less alcoholic or warming.
Malvasia
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
- Has noticeably less of the citrus and green-apple character.
- Substantially less austere.
- Substantially less light or thin.
- Substantially less alcoholic or warming.
Furmint
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
- Keeps the citrus and green-apple character.
- Substantially less austere.
- A little less light or thin.
- About as alcoholic or warming as the wine you started from.
Petite Arvine
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
- Keeps the citrus and green-apple character.
- Substantially less austere.
- A little less light or thin.
- Substantially less alcoholic or warming.
Alsace Pinot Gris
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
- Has noticeably less of the citrus and green-apple character.
- Substantially less austere.
- Substantially less light or thin.
- Substantially less alcoholic or warming.
Pfalz Riesling
Pfalz Riesling scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
- Has some of the citrus and green-apple character, though less of it.
- Substantially less austere.
- Substantially less light or thin.
- Substantially less alcoholic or warming.
Closest overall
Nearest neighbours, no change of direction.
Closest matches
The nearest overall neighbours across structure and flavour, with no deliberate change of direction.
Petit Manseng
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and fruitier.
Bual
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be broader and softer, and lighter.
Pedro Ximénez
Pedro Ximénez scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be sweeter, and broader and softer.
Malvasia
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be broader and softer, and lighter.
Different grape, similar feel
Deliberately excludes the variety you already know, to find a genuinely new wine that fills the same role.
Petit Manseng
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and fruitier.
Bual
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be broader and softer, and lighter.
Pedro Ximénez
Pedro Ximénez scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be sweeter, and broader and softer.
Malvasia
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be broader and softer, and lighter.
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.
Finger Lakes Riesling
Finger Lakes Riesling scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and lighter in alcohol.
Riesling
Riesling scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and lighter in alcohol.
English still white
English still white scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and lighter in alcohol.
Vinho Verde
Vinho Verde scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and lighter in alcohol.
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.
Spätlese
Spätlese scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter in alcohol, and lighter.
Riesling
Riesling scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter in alcohol, and lighter.
Furmint
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter in alcohol, and lighter.
Petit Manseng
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter in alcohol, and lighter.
Similar but fuller
Keeps the character but adds weight, concentration and mouthfeel.
Pedro Ximénez
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be sweeter, and broader and softer.
Petit Manseng
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and fruitier.
Bual
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and broader and softer.
Malvasia
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and broader and softer.
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.
Petit Manseng
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and fruitier.
Bual
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be broader and softer, and lighter.
Pedro Ximénez
Pedro Ximénez scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be sweeter, and broader and softer.
Furmint
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter in alcohol, and lighter.
Similar but more structured
More tannic architecture, for food or for ageing.
Malvasia
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be broader and softer, and lighter.
Friuli white
Friuli white scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be drier, and lighter.
Albana
Albana scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and lighter in alcohol.
Kisi
Kisi scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be drier, and broader and softer.
Similar but softer
Lowers acidity and sharpness in favour of a broader, gentler feel.
Pedro Ximénez
Pedro Ximénez scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be sweeter, and broader and softer.
Malvasia
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be broader and softer, and lighter.
Alsace Pinot Gris
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be broader and softer, and lighter.
Pfalz Riesling
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and drier.
The sparkling version
Moves to a sparkling expression while holding the flavour and weight as close as possible.
Crémant
Crémant scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and lighter in alcohol.
English sparkling wine
English sparkling wine scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and lighter in alcohol.
Cava
Cava scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and lighter in alcohol.
Corpinnat
Corpinnat scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and lighter in alcohol.
Similar but sweeter
Adds perceptible sweetness, which also softens acidity and chilli heat.
Madeira
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be broader and softer, and lighter.
Marsala
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be broader and softer, and lighter.
White Port
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be broader and softer, and lighter.
Petit Manseng
The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and fruitier.
Change the flavour
Same shape, different aromatic character.
Similar but more oaky
Adds barrel character, toast and a creamier texture.
Furmint
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter in alcohol, and lighter.
Alsace Pinot Gris
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be broader and softer, and lighter.
Pfalz Riesling
Pfalz Riesling scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and drier.
California Chardonnay
California Chardonnay scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be broader and softer, and drier.
Similar but more aromatic
More to smell before you taste — floral, fruity or spiced aromatics.
Alsace Pinot Gris
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be broader and softer, and more aromatic.
Petit Manseng
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be more aromatic, and lighter.
Muscat of Alexandria
Muscat of Alexandria scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be more aromatic, and broader and softer.
Alsace Riesling
Alsace Riesling scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and more aromatic.
Similar but more restrained
For readers who find intensely aromatic wines tiring over a whole glass. Keeps the structure, turns the volume down.
Sémillon
Sémillon scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and broader and softer.
Silvaner
Silvaner scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and lighter in alcohol.
Seyval Blanc
Seyval Blanc scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and lighter in alcohol.
Palomino Fino
Palomino Fino scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and drier.
Similar but more floral
Pushes specifically towards rose, violet, blossom and elderflower character.
Alsace Pinot Gris
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be broader and softer, and lighter.
Muscat of Alexandria
Muscat of Alexandria scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be broader and softer, and more aromatic.
Alsace Riesling
Alsace Riesling scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and drier.
Gewürztraminer
Gewürztraminer scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be broader and softer, and more aromatic.
Similar but more savoury
Moves away from primary fruit towards earth, herb, meat and umami character.
Savennières
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be drier, and lighter.
Greco
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be drier, and lighter.
Assyrtiko
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be drier, and lighter.
Greco di Tufo
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be drier, and lighter.
Similar but fruitier
More obvious, generous fruit flavour, usually from a warmer climate.
Petit Manseng
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and lighter.
Malvasia
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be broader and softer, and lighter.
Petite Arvine
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and fruitier.
Alsace Pinot Gris
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be broader and softer, and lighter.
Change the place
Keep the grape, move it somewhere else.
Same grape, somewhere else
Holds the variety constant and changes the place, which is often a bigger change than swapping the grape.
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.
Furmint
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and lighter in alcohol.
Dry Furmint
Dry Furmint scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be drier, and lighter.
Štajerska Šipon
Both are made from šipon, and both come from the same country.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and drier.
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.
Santorini Assyrtiko
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be drier, and lighter.
California Chardonnay
California Chardonnay scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be broader and softer, and drier.
Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and lighter in alcohol.
White Burgundy
White Burgundy scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be drier, and lighter.
Something more adventurous
Less familiar wines that occupy similar territory — the interesting end of the shelf.
Petit Manseng
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and fruitier.
Bual
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be broader and softer, and lighter.
Pedro Ximénez
Pedro Ximénez scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be sweeter, and broader and softer.
Malvasia
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be broader and softer, and lighter.
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.
Petit Manseng
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and fruitier.
Bual
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be broader and softer, and lighter.
Pedro Ximénez
Pedro Ximénez scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be sweeter, and broader and softer.
Malvasia
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be broader and softer, and lighter.
A step up
The benchmark expressions of the same territory, usually with more concentration, structure and ageing potential.
Santorini Assyrtiko
They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.
Expect: Expect it to be drier, and lighter.
California Chardonnay
California Chardonnay scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be broader and softer, and drier.
White Burgundy
White Burgundy scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be drier, and lighter.
South African Chenin Blanc
South African Chenin Blanc scores closest to Šipon across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.
Expect: Expect it to be drier, and lighter.
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.