There are so many grape varieties out there it can be hard to know where to begin. How do you know what they all taste like, what to pair them with and where to find them? In these wine guides, we dive into wine varieties giving you the key information you need. So you can learn what you love!
Have you tried Nero d’Avola before? It might not be as famous as some of its other Italian counterparts like Sangiovese (Chianti) or Barbera. But this mighty Sicilian grape is …
Fortified wines were once some of the most sought-after wines. They were appreciated for their strength, resistance and sweetness. But since then, they’ve gone a bit out of fashion. But …
Merlot is often regarded as a bit of an underdog to Cabernet Sauvignon. It has gone through a bit of a smear campaign which has impacted its reputation. Largely this …
In Australia, we see a lot of Cabernet Sauvignon—but don’t often hear much about one of its parents: Cabernet Franc. Cabernet Sauvignon gets most of the attention, and it’s easy …
Sauvignon Blanc is one of those wines that I find people love or hate. But love it or hate it, Sauvignon Blanc is one of the world’s most popular white …
You may have heard of Sangiovese before, but what about Montepulciano? Well, if you haven’t, allow me to introduce you to yet another amazing Italian thing. Montepulciano is the 2nd …
Lagrein is one of Italy’s more fruit-intense red varieties. It’s also made a home in Australia, but few plantings are in Italy outside its home region of Alto Adige and …
Sangiovese has to be one of my favourite red wine varietals. While I’m not one to be picky—I love all wines—Sangiovese holds a special place in my heart. It’s one …
Zinfandel is a wine variety that isn’t all that common in Australia but is something I’ve always been a fan of. I think it’s because it has fond memories for …
Cabernet Sauvignon is known as the ‘King of Red Wine’ for a reason – and not only because it is a noble grape! In terms of global presence and importance …