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 Carménère before? It may be famous now in Chile, but did you know this grape actually originated in Bordeaux? Yep, this wine variety has a seriously interesting …
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 …
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 …
Chardonnay is an incredibly versatile wine variety. There is so much to discover beyond it’s reputation of being heavily oaked. Chardonnay can be beautifully refreshing and crisp, or delightful creamy. …
In Australia, I find we have a lot of Cabernet Sauvignon but don’t hear all that much about one of its parents, Cabernet Franc. You hear so much more about …
You may or may not have heard of the ancient variety Saperavi. It isn’t all that common across the wine world, hailing from Georgia, one of the oldest winemaking regions …
Ah, rosé. It’s no secret that I am obsessed with it. In fact, I could drink it all year round. That’s not just because I live in Brisbane and it …
If you’re on the Cheeky Vino I can guess that you’ve heard of Sangiovese before, but what about Montepulciano? Well, if you haven’t, allow me to introduce you to yet …
2021 is almost at an end, so as I always do I’m reflecting on the great wines I’ve enjoyed throughout the year. There have been plenty of incredible wines, too …
Have you heard of Corvina before? What about Valpolicella or Amarone? Corvina is an Italian grape that has drifted in and out of popularity over the years. This Italian black …