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Sangiovese
Profile: Medium-bodied red, tart cherry notes, earthy and rustic. Notable vintages from Tuscany, especially Chianti and Brunello di Montalcino.
Gruner Veltliner
Profile: Light to medium-bodied white, peppery and citrus notes, with zesty acidity. Austria's Wachau and Kamptal regions produce top examples.
Sauvignon Blanc
Profile: Light to medium-bodied white, high acidity, green and herbaceous notes. Excellent vintages often from New Zealand and Loire Valley.
Viognier
Profile: Full-bodied white, aromatic, notes of peach and honeysuckle. Notably expressive vintages from Rhône Valley and areas like California's Central Coast.
Merlot
Profile: Medium to full-bodied red, plum and berry flavors, softer tannins than Cabernet Sauvignon. Washington and Bordeaux regions produce fine examples.
Riesling
Profile: Light-bodied white, high acidity, notes of green apple and stone fruits, can be dry or sweet. Germany and Alsace produce top vintages.
Tempranillo
Profile: Medium to full-bodied red, cherry and plum notes, tobacco and leather undertones. Outstanding vintages typically from Rioja and Ribera del Duero, Spain.
Carménère
Profile: Medium-bodied red, herbaceous notes, berry fruits. Chile has become known for its exceptional vintages.
Cabernet Sauvignon
Profile: Full-bodied red, blackcurrant and black cherry notes, high tannins. Celebrated vintages often come from Napa Valley and Bordeaux.
Nebbiolo
Profile: Full-bodied red, high tannins and acidity, flavors of cherry and rose. Prestigious vintages from Piedmont, particularly Barolo and Barbaresco.
Mourvèdre/Monastrell
Profile: Full-bodied red, dark fruit and gamey flavors, high tannin. Top vintages often from Bandol in France and Spain.
Sangria
Profile: Not a wine varietal, but a mixed alcoholic beverage made from red wine, fruit juices, soda water, fruit, and sometimes brandy.
Syrah/Shiraz
Profile: Full-bodied red, spicy and meaty notes, dark fruit flavors. Superb vintages found in the Rhône Valley and Australia.
Malbec
Profile: Medium to full-bodied red, dark fruit flavors, chocolatey finish. Argentina offers outstanding vintages, as well as Cahors in France.
Moscato/Muscat
Profile: Light-bodied white, sweet, often fizzy, with peach and orange blossom notes. Good vintages from Asti in Italy and the South of France.
Pinot Noir
Profile: Light-bodied red, cherry notes, earthy undertones. Best vintages often from cooler climates like Oregon or Burgundy.
Grenache/Garnacha
Profile: Medium to full-bodied red, red fruit notes, spice, and alcohol warmth. Exceptional vintages from Southern Rhône and Spain's Priorat region.
Pinot Grigio/Pinot Gris
Profile: Light to medium-bodied white, citrus and orchard fruit notes, crisp. Italy's Alto Adige and Oregon are known for high-quality vintages.
Chardonnay
Profile: Medium to full-bodied white, ranging from apple and citrus to tropical fruit notes, with or without oaky influences. Notable regions include California and Burgundy.
Semillon
Profile: Medium to full-bodied white, waxy and honeyed notes, often blended with Sauvignon Blanc. Classic vintages from Bordeaux (sweet Sauternes) and Hunter Valley, Australia.
Barbera
Profile: Medium-bodied red, high acidity, red cherry flavor. Acclaimed vintages come from Italy's Piedmont region, especially Barbera d'Asti.
Zinfandel
Profile: Full-bodied red, jammy fruit, and spice. Best vintages come from old vines in California, particularly in Lodi and Sonoma.
Gewürztraminer
Profile: Medium to full-bodied white, lychee and rose petal notes, aromatic/spicy. Classic vintages from Alsace and Germany.
Chenin Blanc
Profile: Light to medium-bodied white, high acidity, apple and pear notes. Excellent vintages can be found in Loire Valley and South Africa.
Petite Sirah/Durif
Profile: Full-bodied red, robust tannins, flavors of black fruit and spice. Notable examples come from California's warmer regions.
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