White Wines at Vino Bistro Sarasota

When the Sarasota heat calls for something cool and refreshing, our white wine selection at Vino Bistro delivers. We've curated six bottles that span the spectrum from bone-dry and mineral to aromatic and tropical — each one chosen to complement the tapas, seafood, and small plates on our menu. Whether you're starting the evening or settling in for a long dinner with friends, there's a white here that fits.

Light & Aromatic

Al Quasar Zibibbo BIO — Sicily, Italy

Muscat of Alexandria | $15 glass · $45 bottle

This organic Sicilian white is a showstopper. Aromatic citrus blossom, peach, and tropical fruit leap from the glass — it smells like a Mediterranean garden and drinks like a vacation. The Zibibbo grape (also known as Muscat of Alexandria) is one of the oldest cultivated varieties in the world, and this bottle from Sicily shows why it has endured. Try it with our lighter tapas or as an aperitif before dinner.

Thomas Schmitt Riesling — Mosel, Germany

Riesling | $15 glass · $45 bottle

Off-dry with bright peach and apricot flavors and a refreshing mineral finish that keeps it from being sweet. Mosel Rieslings are some of the most food-versatile wines in the world, and this one shines alongside spicy dishes or our charcuterie board. If you think you don't like Riesling, this bottle might change your mind.

Crisp & Clean

Villa Loren Pinot Grigio delle Venezie — Veneto, Italy

Pinot Grigio | $15 glass · $45 bottle

Crisp, light-bodied, with green apple and pear — this is the Pinot Grigio you want when you want something simple and satisfying. From the Veneto region of northeastern Italy, it's clean, refreshing, and pairs effortlessly with our seafood tapas and lighter bites.

Manzoni Bianco I.G.T. Le Rive — Veneto, Italy

Manzoni Bianco | $15 glass · $45 bottle

A rare grape you won't find at most wine bars. Manzoni Bianco is a cross between Riesling and Pinot Bianco, created in the 1930s by Italian professor Luigi Manzoni. It brings citrus zest, green apple, and floral notes with balanced acidity. This is the wine to order when you want to try something genuinely different.

Coastal Vines Sauvignon Blanc — California, USA

Sauvignon Blanc | $15 glass · $45 bottle

Citrus, green apple, and melon in a clean, easy-drinking California style. This is the crowd-pleaser — approachable enough for anyone and refreshing enough for a warm Sarasota evening on our patio.

Rich & Full-Bodied

Matchbook Old Head Chardonnay — Dunnigan Hills, California

Chardonnay | $15 glass · $45 bottle

For guests who love a richer white, this oak-aged Chardonnay delivers tropical fruits, creamy vanilla, and a smooth, round finish. It's the white wine that red wine drinkers tend to love. Pair it with our richer tapas dishes, creamy pastas, or pizza.

Staff Pick

Our team's top white wine recommendation is the Al Quasar Zibibbo BIO. It's unlike anything most guests have tried before, and the reaction is almost always the same: wide eyes, a smile, and "what IS this?" It's the kind of discovery that makes a wine bar special.

Visit Us

All six white wines are available by the glass and bottle every evening at Vino Bistro, located at 1419 5th Street in Sarasota's Rosemary District. Explore our sparkling and rosé selection, browse our red wines, or head back to our full wine guide. We'd love to pour you a glass tonight.