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Chardonnay
Characteristics: Apple, citrus, buttery. Tasting notes: Crisp, with hints of vanilla. Food pairings: Seafood, poultry, and creamy sauces.
Pinot Noir
Characteristics: Red berry, earthy, light tannins. Tasting notes: Cherry and mushroom. Food pairings: Grilled chicken, salmon, and earthy vegetables.
Cabernet Sauvignon
Characteristics: Dark fruits, robust tannins. Tasting notes: Blackcurrant, tobacco. Food pairings: Red meats, heavy sauces, and aged cheeses.
Merlot
Characteristics: Soft, ripe, plummy. Tasting notes: Black cherry, herbs. Food pairings: Roasted meats, pasta with red sauces, and firm cheeses.
Sauvignon Blanc
Characteristics: Crisp, grassy, tropical. Tasting notes: Lime, gooseberry. Food pairings: Seafood, light salads, and goat cheese.
Syrah/Shiraz
Characteristics: Spicy, full-bodied. Tasting notes: Blackberry, pepper. Food pairings: Barbecued meats, spicy dishes, and rich stews.
Zinfandel
Characteristics: Jammy, high alcohol. Tasting notes: Raspberry, tobacco. Food pairings: Spicy barbecue, pizza, and aged cheeses.
Riesling
Characteristics: Fruity, high acidity. Tasting notes: Green apple, petrol. Food pairings: Asian cuisine, pork, and fruity desserts.
Bordeaux Blend
Characteristics: Structured, tannic. Tasting notes: Cassis, pencil shavings. Food pairings: Steak, lamb, and strong cheeses.
Champagne
Characteristics: Effervescent, yeast-derived complexity. Tasting notes: Brioche, green apple. Food pairings: Oysters, caviar, and fried appetizers.
Sangiovese
Characteristics: Tart cherry, earthy, high acid. Tasting notes: Tomato leaf, leather. Food pairings: Italian dishes, tomato-based sauces, and grilled vegetables.
Barolo
Characteristics: Robust, high tannins. Tasting notes: Rose, tar. Food pairings: Truffle dishes, braised meats, and aged cheeses.
Port
Characteristics: Sweet, fortified. Tasting notes: Raisin, chocolate. Food pairings: Blue cheese, chocolate desserts, and nuts.
Malbec
Characteristics: Dark fruit, medium tannins. Tasting notes: Plum, cocoa. Food pairings: Grilled red meats, sausages, and bold cheeses.
Moscato
Characteristics: Sweet, lightly effervescent. Tasting notes: Peach, orange blossom. Food pairings: Fruit desserts, light pastries, and creamy desserts.
Viognier
Characteristics: Full-bodied, perfumed. Tasting notes: Apricot, honeysuckle. Food pairings: Roast chicken, creamy seafood dishes, and spiced Asian cuisine.
Tempranillo
Characteristics: Red fruit, leather, tobacco. Tasting notes: Cherry, dill. Food pairings: Tapas, aged hams, and grilled red meats.
Grenache
Characteristics: Berry, spice, soft tannins. Tasting notes: Strawberry, white pepper. Food pairings: Grilled meats, stewed vegetables, and hearty pastas.
Brunello di Montalcino
Characteristics: Full-bodied, high tannins. Tasting notes: Dark cherry, earth. Food pairings: Game meats, rich pastas, and aged cheeses.
Chenin Blanc
Characteristics: Versatile, high acidity. Tasting notes: Honey, quince. Food pairings: Summer salads, sushi, and chicken dishes.
Prosecco
Characteristics: Light, frothy, fruity. Tasting notes: Green apple, honeysuckle. Food pairings: Appetizers, charcuterie, and seafood dishes.
Amarone
Characteristics: Rich, raisinated, high alcohol. Tasting notes: Black cherry, fig. Food pairings: Braised meats, bold cheeses, and rich pasta dishes.
Burgundy (Pinot Noir)
Characteristics: Elegant, terroir-driven. Tasting notes: Red fruits, wet earth. Food pairings: Duck, mushroom dishes, and soft cheeses.
Chablis
Characteristics: Mineral, lean, green apple. Tasting notes: Citrus, oyster shell. Food pairings: Fresh oysters, seafood, and light chicken dishes.
Barossa Valley Shiraz
Characteristics: Big, bold, ripe. Tasting notes: Blackberry, chocolate. Food pairings: Barbecue ribs, lamb, and aged hard cheeses.
Alsace Riesling
Characteristics: Dry, aromatic, stony. Tasting notes: Citrus, apricot. Food pairings: Thai food, sushi, and pork dishes.
Tuscany (Sangiovese)
Characteristics: Medium-bodied, tart, savory. Tasting notes: Cherry, leather. Food pairings: Pizza, bolognese, and grilled meats.
Rioja
Characteristics: Red fruit, oak influence. Tasting notes: Vanilla, berries. Food pairings: Lamb chops, aged cheeses, and grilled vegetables.
Cotes du Rhone
Characteristics: Fruity, spicy, medium-bodied. Tasting notes: Red and black fruits, pepper. Food pairings: Barbecued meats, hearty stews, and comfort food.
Mosel Riesling
Characteristics: Off-dry, light, floral. Tasting notes: Lime, slate. Food pairings: Spicy Asian cuisine, light seafood dishes, and fruity desserts.
Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Characteristics: Black currant, full-bodied, oak-aged. Tasting notes: Black cherry, vanilla. Food pairings: Prime rib, grilled steak, and heavy cream sauces.
Oregon Pinot Noir
Characteristics: Red fruit, floral, elegant. Tasting notes: Cranberry, violets. Food pairings: Roasted turkey, duck, and creamy pasta.
Soave
Characteristics: Light-bodied, crisp, almond noted. Tasting notes: Lemon, white flowers. Food pairings: Antipasto, seafood pasta, and chicken salad.
Valpolicella
Characteristics: Cherry, light, and can be made in different styles. Tasting notes: Red fruits, spice. Food pairings: Pizza, antipasti, and lighter meat dishes.
Margaux
Characteristics: Silky, perfumed, medium-bodied. Tasting notes: Dark berries, violets. Food pairings: Rack of lamb, filet mignon, and fine cheeses.
Sonoma Coast Chardonnay
Characteristics: Apple, lemon, well-balanced oak. Tasting notes: Melon, mineral. Food pairings: Grilled chicken, shellfish, and pasta with cream sauces.
Beaujolais
Characteristics: Light-bodied, fruity, low tannins. Tasting notes: Cherry, banana. Food pairings: Charcuterie, light salads, and pasta dishes.
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Characteristics: Full-bodied, robust. Tasting notes: Black fruits, earthy. Food pairings: Pasta with meat sauces, roasts, and aged cheeses.
Burgundy (Chardonnay)
Characteristics: Complex, age-worthy, terroir-driven. Tasting notes: Green apple, minerality. Food pairings: Lobster, creamy risotto, and poultry.
Piedmont (Nebbiolo)
Characteristics: Tannic, floral, high acidity. Tasting notes: Tart cherry, rose. Food pairings: Truffles, braised meats, and rich pasta dishes.
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc
Characteristics: Zesty, grassy, kiwifruit. Tasting notes: Passion fruit, bell pepper. Food pairings: Fresh cheeses, clams, and summer salads.
Central Otago Pinot Noir
Characteristics: Fruit-forward, thyme, fine tannins. Tasting notes: Cherry, herbaceous. Food pairings: Wild game, salmon, and earthy mushroom dishes.
Pomerol
Characteristics: Lush, plum, velvety. Tasting notes: Black currant, truffle. Food pairings: Roasted meats, rich fish dishes, and delicate cheeses.
Hunter Valley Semillon
Characteristics: Light-bodied, toasty, citrus. Tasting notes: Lemon zest, lanolin. Food pairings: Oysters, grilled chicken, and light pasta.
Toro
Characteristics: Hefty, bold, tannic. Tasting notes: Black fruits, oak. Food pairings: Braised lamb, beef stews, and aged cheeses.
Anderson Valley Pinot Noir
Characteristics: Intense, cherry, elegant. Tasting notes: Raspberry, rose petal. Food pairings: Roasted poultry, duck, and creamy cheeses.
Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon
Characteristics: Dark fruit, chocolate, structured. Tasting notes: Cassis, mint. Food pairings: Barbecued ribs, steak, and rich meaty casseroles.
Priorat
Characteristics: Intense, mineral, full-bodied. Tasting notes: Licorice, blackberry. Food pairings: Game dishes, hearty stews, and mature cheeses.
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