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Burgundy is a historic wine region in eastern France, known for producing high quality terroir expressive wines. Red Burgundies are made from Pinot Noir, while white Burgundies are made from Chardonnay.

Chianti is a dry red wine produced from Sangiovese grapes in the Chianti region of central Tuscany, Italy. It has high acidity, medium body and flavors of cherry, plum, earth and dried herb.

Bordeaux is an iconic wine region in southwestern France, renowned for producing red wine blends of the same name from Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and other grapes.

Champagne is a sparkling wine made from a combination of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay and is produced exclusively in Champagne, France. It is a protected designation crafted under strict regulations guiding grape variety, traditional fermentation and aging.

Chardonnay is a green skinned grape used to make white wines. Originating in Burgundy, France, its wines are dry and medium to full bodied.

Merlot is a beloved red wine known for its velvety texture, low tannins and approachable, fruit forward profile. It is a common grape in Bordeaux blends, also commonly used as a single varietal.

Texture, or "mouthfeel", refers to the physical, tactile sensatation of the wine as it moves across your palate. It is shaped by the interaction of the tannins, alcohol, sugar and acidity of the wine with the saliva in your mouth.

Saccharomyces Cerevisiae is the major yeast species involved in wine fermentation. Also known as "wine yeast" or "baker's yeast", it converts the sugar in grape juice to ethanol and carbon dioxide, creating wine.