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!
Petit Verdot is a bold, full-bodied red wine that originated in southwest France and is now gaining worldwide recognition. While it may not be as widely known as other Bordeaux …
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 …
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 …
Sangiovese is one of my favourite grape varieties and it is easy to see why! Originating in Italy, this wine is taking the world by storm. Whether you know it …
Have you tried Albariño before? If not, may I introduce you to a beautiful white grape variety that you might like to acquaint yourself with? This vibrant Spanish and Portuguese …
Viognier is a white wine known for its full body that originated in Southern France. If you love bolder white wines like Chardonnay, Viognier is going to be your new …
Have you ever had a Mataro? What about a Monastrell or Mourvèdre? Or, maybe you might know these grape varieties from their classic red blend: GSM (Grenache, Shiraz, Mataro – …
Semillon (or Sémillon) is a wine that you may not have tried before or heard much about. But it is one of France’s most famous grapes, and it stars in …