If there’s a red wine that embodies Spain, it’s Tempranillo — the noble grape behind many of the country’s most revered reds. Its name literally comes from temprano (“early”), because this variety ripens sooner than most in Iberian vineyards. Tempranillo forms the backbone of iconic Spanish...
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Syrah — Bold, Complex, and Globally Celebrated Syrah — also known as Shiraz in many New World regions — is a red wine grape variety that’s as expressive as it is versatile. From the rustic hills of France’s Rhône Valley to the sun-baked vineyards of Australia and the dynamic landscapes of...
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Introduction: Merlot — A Journey Worth Taking Merlot isn’t just one of the world’s most widely planted grape varieties; it’s a passport to some of the most inviting wine landscapes across the globe. Originating in Bordeaux — where it often plays a leading role in the region’s rich blends — Merlot...
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Bold, iconic, and globally adored — Cabernet Sauvignon isn’t just a grape variety, it’s a reason to plan a trip. From the historic châteaux of Bordeaux to the sun-drenched estates of Napa Valley and the striking landscapes of Stellenbosch, Cabernet has found a home in some of the world’s most...
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From Kakheti to the World: The Story of Saperavi Deep, dark, and unapologetically bold, Saperavi is more than just Georgia’s most iconic red grape—it is a living link to one of the world’s oldest wine cultures. Born in the Caucasus and shaped by thousands of years of winemaking tradition,...
Read More about "Saperavi Wine Grape: From Kakheti, Georgia to the World’s Vineyards"Albariño (in Spanish) or Alvarinho (in Portuguese) is a white grape variety. Its wines are easy-to-drink and light with a moderate alcohol content. Albariño can be aged in steel tanks to preserve the citrus flavor of the grape. However, the grape also has great aging potential in oak barrels....
As the name suggests, Pinot Blanc, or Pinot Bianco in Italian, is a white grape variety used to produce white wine. This grape is a mutation of Pinot Noir as and they share many characteristics. However, Pinot Blanc contains little to no tannins (it is a white grape after all) and has...
Grüner Veltliner is a grape that is native to Austria: it is their most famous and the most planted grape variety. The grape has white skin, high acidity, medium body, and few tannins. Grüner Veltliner is characterised by such aromas as grapefruit and lemon zest. Grüner Veltliner wines are light...
Torrontés is a white grape with medium acidity, few tannins, and medium-light body. Originally, it comes from Argentina and although Torrontés gives a very aromatic white wine, it is also quite dry. This grape variety is often compared with such ones as Muscat or Chardonnay. In Torrontés we can...
Sangiovese is a wine grape with dark skin of Italian origin. It is the charachteristic grape of Tuscany region as it is the most widely planted grape there. Sangiovese wine usually has medium body, medium acidity and medium tannins. No matter where this grape variety is grown, the taster can...
Dolcetto is a dark skin grape that ripens relatively early. This grape variety has low level of tannins, medium body and low acidity. Dolcetto makes a variety of soft and fruity wines. It is slightly spicy and usually described with black fruit flavors like blackberries. Where is Dolcetto from?...
Nebbiolo is originally from Italy. It is a red grape variety usually used in production of full-bodied red wines. Nebbiolo has medium acidity and good tannic structure. Nebbiolo wines are known for fruity flavors and flower aromas such as anise, roses, cherries, and wild herbs. Where is Nebbiolo...
Semillon is a grape variety native to Bordeaux region. It is one of the most widely planted grapes in France. The skin is white and the grape has few tannins, medium acidity, medium body and almost oily consistency. Depending on its origin, we can find flavors of lemon, pear, or papaya. In...
Pinot Gris in French, or also known as Pinot Grigio in Italian, is a mutation of Pinot Noir - it is a grape with few tannins and medium acidity. No matter where the grapes are grown, in Pinot Gris wines you will find flavors of citrus, green apple, and white peach. The high acidity in Pinot Gris...
Malbec is a grape of French origin which was introduced in Argentina in 1868. It has dark skin, full body, medium tannins, and medium acidity. Malbec from France has clearer texture and balanced tannins, while Argentinian Malbec tends to be fruitier and with a softer finish. This grape variety...
Gewürztraminer is a grape with a complex sweetness and low acidity. It grows in colder climates, has a pinkish skin and strong aroma potential. Gewürztraminer is known for a revealing lychee scent with floral notes of tropical fruits. The grape is characterized by its high level of natural sugar...
Carménère is a French red grape that originates from Bordeaux and was long thought to be extinct. It is a grape with dark skin, medium tannins, and medium body. On palate, one can find notes of red and black fruits. Also, Carménère has a distinct aroma of peppers thanks to the high levels of...
Pinot Noir is often described with aromas of red berries such as cherries or raspberries and spices such as cloves or mushrooms, depending on the origin. It is a wine with a light to medium body, low level of tannins, and medium acidity. Unlike other grapes, Pinot Noir prefers cooler climates,...
Grenache in French, or also known as Garnacha in Spanish, is a late ripening red grape. The vine is strong, which makes it resistant to wind and even drought. In this grape we can find red fruit flavors with hints of white pepper. The acidity and tannins of this grape tend to go towards the lower...
Tempranillo is the main grape in the Spanish wine region of Rioja. In other Spanish regions it could be found under the names Tinto Fino, Tinta del País, Aragones, Valdepeñas, or Tinta de Toro. Tempranillo is also grown in Portugal, where it is included in Port wine under the name Tinta Roriz....
As the name itself indicates, Sauvignon 'Blanc' is a white grape variety. An immensely popular variety with unique, herbaceous taste thanks to aromatic substances that are also found in peppers. It is impossible not to notice its fruity acidity with flavors that remind us of passion fruit, grape,...
Syrah, or Shiraz, is a vine grape with a dark skin. Syrah wine has full body and a high level of roughness. Over the years, it has become the most planted grape variety on Australian vineyards. The taste profile depends on the climate where the grape grows: dark berries (such as blackberries and...
Cabernet Franc wine has medium body and good acidity. Thanks to its robustness, Cabernet Franc grape variety is well known for producing high quality wines. Cabernet Franc from cooler climates usually gives higher acidity, while wines from warmer zones give us sweet flavors such as strawberries...
Merlot is the most widely planted grape variety in Bordeaux. You can taste Merlot as a single grape wine but also often blended with Cabernet Sauvignon. Merlot main descriptors include: medium-bodied flavors of cherries, plums and notes of chocolate. There are two notable styles of Merlot. The...
Cabernet Sauvignon is said to be the most planted grape in the world until 1990. Cabernet Sauvignon is typically described as a full-bodied wine, rich in tannins and with a noticeable acidity. This makes it an excellent wine to age as it brings new flavors when paired with oak. Where is Cabernet...
