Sauvignon Blanc
Sauvignon Blanc
Sauvignon Blanc is a dry, light bodied and refreshing white wine created from the green skinned grape variety of the same name. Originally from Bordeaux, France, but now grown worldwide, it is high in acidity and features vibrant flavors of green apple, lime and herb notes like grass and bell pepper. Sauvignon Blanc is typically unoaked and it pairs perfectly with goat cheese, seafood and salads.
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Shiraz
Shiraz is a popular, full bodied, dark skinned grape variety most famously grown in Australia, that produces bold, fruit forward wines. It is genetically identical to Syrah, which is grown in France, although it is a more opulent, jammy and spicy wine than its Old World counterpart.
Syrah
Syrah, also known as Shiraz, is a dark skinned grape variety that produces full bodied and bold high alcohol red wines with moderate tannins.
Merlot
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.
Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc is a white wine grape originating from France's Loire Valley. It is naturally high in acidity and it produces a wide spectrum of wine styles, from bone dry and crisp to sweet dessert wines, as well as sparkling wines (crémant).
Montepulciano
Montepulciano is an Italian red wine grape variety, primarily cultivated in the Abruzzo region. Its produces a dry and full bodied red wine called Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, with moderate tannins, vibrant acidity and dark fruit and spice notes.
Malbec
Malbec is a full bodied red wine crafted from grapes of the same name. It is deep purple in color, with velvety texture and plush dark fruit notes.
Nebbiolo
Nebbiolo is one of the finest red grape varieties from Piedmont, Italy, used solely to craft prestigious wines like Barolo and Barbaresco. It is renowned for its full bodied, highly tannic, highly acidic and pale colored wines.
Zinfandel
Zinfandel, known as Primitivo in Italy, is a versatile, black skinned grape primarily grown in California. It ican be made into spicy high alcohol red wines or a sweet, pink rosé called White Zinfandel.