Either unoaked or gently oaked wines; Less varietal aroma with more pronounced earth, mineral flavors; Down-to-earth personality and due to their subdued, neutral personality made them terrific food wines; They’re less full-bodied and alcoholic when compared with Rich, Full-Bodied Whites; They’re often tasted dry instead of being acidic, with good structured and restrained personality; A natural in taste without obvious clues from winemaking