Pinot Grigio (Pinot Gris) is a mutated relative of the red Pinot Noir grape.
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Pinot Gris wines are usually full-bodied and rich, and soft in acidity. The best Pinot Gris is dry, though some varieties are sweet. The flavors of Pinot Gris can be quite different depending on the vinification process chosen by the winemaker. It […]
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The Chardonnay grape makes the most popular white wines and sparkling wines in the world. Chardonnay is grown all over the world, with major differences in taste and quality.
Chardonnay tends to be fruity, though depending where the grapes were grown the fruitiness can range from apples to more tropical fruits. Traditionally, Chardonnay has been dry, […]
I read the article “Secrets to Becoming a Wine Connoisseur” this morning and wanted to pass along this good information to my readers here. While I try to present a fairly high level overview of winemaking and the different types of wine, this article delves a little deeper into some of the key characteristics of […]
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The Zinfandel grape (which has recently been proven to be an obscure Italian grape called Primitivo) is used to make both red whines and rosé, which is called White Zinfandel. Zinfandel red wines are dark, nearly purple. They are well-structured with strong tannins, and can vary from quite dry to rather sweet, and from light-bodied […]
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The Pinot Noir grape is generally considered the best wine grape in the world. Pinot Noir grapes can be used to make everything from reds to sparkling whites, though a varietal named Pinot Noir will always be red. The grapes are very finicky, and quality and characteristics differ drastically based on the environmental conditions of […]
