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!
You’ve probably met Grenache before without realising it, tucked into a GSM blend alongside Shiraz and Mataro. But Grenache deserves its own spotlight. This bold little grape is behind some …
If you enjoy Italian wine, or you’re keen to get stuck into it, you’ve probably come across bottles labelled Chianti. The trouble is, the label rarely tells you much. You’ll …
Do you enjoy a good Nebbiolo? How about a Barbaresco or Barolo? They are actually the same grape! I love Italian wine, and Nebbiolo is one of those varieties I …
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 …