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Wines like Vidiano

A Cretan white variety brought back from near-extinction, making full-bodied wines with stone fruit and a waxy weight. Below: what to try next, grouped by the direction you want to travel.

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What do you like about Vidiano?

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.

I like…

How full and weighty it is The creamy, rounded texture That it is properly dry

But it’s a bit…

too tropical or sweet-smelling too sharp or lemony too heavy too buttery or thick too savoury or funky too austere

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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.
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 full and weighty it is: Body is how much the wine seems to fill your mouth — the difference between skimmed and whole milk. It comes mostly from alcohol and ripeness.
The creamy, rounded texture: A soft, almost dairy-like roundness. In white wine it usually comes from malolactic fermentation or from time on the lees, not from the grape.
The savoury, meaty side: Leather, olive, cured meat, dried herbs, tobacco. It is what people mean by calling a wine "serious" rather than "fruity", and it comes with age as well as with place.
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 full body and weight, while moving away from too buttery or thick, too savoury or funky and too sharp or lemony.

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.

Mtsvane Kakhuri

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Has some of the full body and weight, though less of it.
A little less buttery or thick.
A little less savoury or funky.
A little less sharp or lemony.

Malvazija Istarska

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Has some of the full body and weight, though less of it.
A little less buttery or thick.
A little less savoury or funky.
A little less sharp or lemony.

Roussanne

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Keeps the full body and weight.
About as buttery or thick as the wine you started from.
A little less savoury or funky.
Substantially less sharp or lemony.

Malagousia

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin, and both come from the same country.

Keeps the full body and weight.
About as buttery or thick as the wine you started from.
A little less savoury or funky.
A little less sharp or lemony.

Avesso

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Has some of the full body and weight, though less of it.
A little less buttery or thick.
A little less savoury or funky.
A little less sharp or lemony.

Clairette

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Has some of the full body and weight, though less of it.
A little less buttery or thick.
A little less savoury or funky.
A little less sharp or lemony.

Malvasia

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Keeps the full body and weight.
About as buttery or thick as the wine you started from.
A little less savoury or funky.
A little less sharp or lemony.

Fiano

curated

A close match in weight, apricot-and-almond flavour and gently waxy texture.

Keeps the full body and weight.
About as buttery or thick as the wine you started from.
About as savoury or funky as the wine you started from.
About as sharp or lemony as the wine you started from.

Closest overall

Nearest neighbours, no change of direction.

Closest matches

The nearest overall neighbours across structure and flavour, with no deliberate change of direction.

Mtsvane Kakhuri

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and softer and rounder.

Malvazija Istarska

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and softer and rounder.

Roussanne

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and rounder and creamier in texture.

Malagousia

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin, and both come from the same country.

Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and rounder and creamier in texture.

Different grape, similar feel

Deliberately excludes the variety you already know, to find a genuinely new wine that fills the same role.

Mtsvane Kakhuri

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and softer and rounder.

Malvazija Istarska

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and softer and rounder.

Roussanne

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and rounder and creamier in texture.

Malagousia

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin, and both come from the same country.

Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and rounder and creamier in texture.

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.

Mtsvane Kakhuri

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and softer and rounder.

Malvazija Istarska

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and softer and rounder.

Avesso

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and softer and rounder.

Pinot Gris

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and softer and rounder.

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.

Štajerska Šipon

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and lighter.

Sauvignon Blanc

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and lighter.

Šipon

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and lighter.

Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc

Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc scores closest to Vidiano across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.

Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and lighter.

Similar but fuller

Keeps the character but adds weight, concentration and mouthfeel.

Condrieu

Condrieu scores closest to Vidiano across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.

Expect: Expect it to be fuller and richer, and rounder and creamier in texture.

Viognier

Viognier scores closest to Vidiano across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.

Expect: Expect it to be fuller and richer, and rounder and creamier in texture.

Pedro Ximénez

Pedro Ximénez scores closest to Vidiano across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.

Expect: Expect it to be fuller and richer, and rounder and creamier in texture.

Roussanne

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and rounder and creamier in texture.

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.

Roussanne

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and rounder and creamier in texture.

Malagousia

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin, and both come from the same country.

Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and rounder and creamier in texture.

Alsace Pinot Gris

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be rounder and creamier in texture, and softer and rounder.

Vidal

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter in alcohol, and rounder and creamier in texture.

Similar but more structured

More tannic architecture, for food or for ageing.

Mtsvane Kakhuri

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and softer and rounder.

Malvazija Istarska

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and softer and rounder.

Malvasia

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and rounder and creamier in texture.

Istrian Malvazija

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and more savoury.

Similar but fresher

Raises acidity and overall lift, usually by moving to a cooler-climate expression.

Gros Manseng

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and lighter.

Petite Arvine

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and lighter.

Sauvignon Blanc

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and lighter.

Petit Manseng

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and fruitier.

Similar but softer

Lowers acidity and sharpness in favour of a broader, gentler feel.

Roussanne

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and rounder and creamier in texture.

Alsace Pinot Gris

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and rounder and creamier in texture.

Malagousia

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure, and both come from the same country.

Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and rounder and creamier in texture.

Malvasia

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and rounder and creamier in texture.

The sparkling version

Moves to a sparkling expression while holding the flavour and weight as close as possible.

Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and lighter.

Sekt

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and lighter.

Crémant

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and lighter.

Glera

Glera scores closest to Vidiano across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and softer and rounder.

Similar but sweeter

Adds perceptible sweetness, which also softens acidity and chilli heat.

Malvasia

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and rounder and creamier in texture.

Vidal

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter in alcohol, and rounder and creamier in texture.

Petite Arvine

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and lighter.

Muscadelle

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and lighter.

Change the flavour

Same shape, different aromatic character.

Similar but less oaky

One of the commonest requests in wine. Strips oak influence while holding grape character and weight.

Mtsvane Kakhuri

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and softer and rounder.

Malvazija Istarska

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and softer and rounder.

Malagousia

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin, and both come from the same country.

Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and rounder and creamier in texture.

Avesso

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and softer and rounder.

Similar but more oaky

Adds barrel character, toast and a creamier texture.

California Chardonnay

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be rounder and creamier in texture, and softer and rounder.

Chardonnay

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be more savoury, and fresher.

Chilean Chardonnay

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be more savoury, and fresher.

Chenin Blanc

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and fresher.

Similar but more aromatic

More to smell before you taste — floral, fruity or spiced aromatics.

Mtsvane Kakhuri

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and softer and rounder.

Roussanne

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and rounder and creamier in texture.

Malagousia

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin, and both come from the same country.

Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and rounder and creamier in texture.

Torrontés

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be more aromatic, and lighter.

Similar but more restrained

For readers who find intensely aromatic wines tiring over a whole glass. Keeps the structure, turns the volume down.

Pinot Blanc

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be more neutral and subtle, and lighter.

Trebbiano d’Abruzzo

Trebbiano d’Abruzzo scores closest to Vidiano across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.

Expect: Expect it to be more neutral and subtle, and lighter.

Vernaccia di San Gimignano

Vernaccia di San Gimignano scores closest to Vidiano across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.

Expect: Expect it to be more neutral and subtle, and lighter.

Sémillon

Sémillon scores closest to Vidiano across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.

Expect: Expect it to be more neutral and subtle, and lighter.

Similar but more floral

Pushes specifically towards rose, violet, blossom and elderflower character.

Mtsvane Kakhuri

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and softer and rounder.

Roussanne

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and rounder and creamier in texture.

Malagousia

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin, and both come from the same country.

Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and rounder and creamier in texture.

Solaris

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and lighter.

Similar but more savoury

Moves away from primary fruit towards earth, herb, meat and umami character.

Sercial

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be more savoury, and lighter.

Savennières

Savennières scores closest to Vidiano across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.

Expect: Expect it to be more savoury, and fresher.

Savagnin

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be more savoury, and fresher.

Assyrtiko

curated

The Greek white most people know, and the obvious anchor for exploring Crete.

Expect: Vidiano is far less austere — rounder, stone-fruited and much lower in acidity.

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 fresher.

Muscat of Alexandria

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and softer and rounder.

Gewürztraminer

Gewürztraminer scores closest to Vidiano across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and softer and rounder.

Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc

Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc scores closest to Vidiano across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and fresher.

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.

Pinot Gris

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and lighter.

Sauvignon Blanc

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and lighter.

German dry Riesling (trocken)

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and lighter.

Chardonnay

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be more savoury, and fresher.

Something more adventurous

Less familiar wines that occupy similar territory — the interesting end of the shelf.

Mtsvane Kakhuri

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and softer and rounder.

Malvazija Istarska

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and softer and rounder.

Roussanne

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and rounder and creamier in texture.

Malagousia

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin, and both come from the same country.

Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and rounder and creamier in texture.

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.

Mtsvane Kakhuri

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and softer and rounder.

Malvazija Istarska

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and softer and rounder.

Roussanne

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and rounder and creamier in texture.

Malagousia

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin, and both come from the same country.

Expect: Expect it to be softer and rounder, and rounder and creamier in texture.

A step up

The benchmark expressions of the same territory, usually with more concentration, structure and ageing potential.

South African Chenin Blanc

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be more savoury, and fresher.

White Burgundy

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be more savoury, and fresher.

Australian Chardonnay

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be more savoury, and fresher.

Santorini Assyrtiko

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure, and both come from the same country.

Expect: Expect it to be more savoury, and fresher.

How these are chosen

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.