With over 1,300 grape varieties worldwide it can be hard to choose. From traditional, noble varieties to something completely new it is best to know the grapes’ characteristics to truly enjoy your wine.
Chenin Blanc is a very versatile grape variety that can produce wines at a range of sweetness levels and sparkling wine. Equally, the quality level can also range significantly. There are two key countries for Chenin Blanc, France, specifically the Loire Valley and South Africa.
Read MoreBest known for its role in producing Tokaji Aszú, a sweet Hungarian wine but Furmint is also used to produce dry white wines and even sparkling wines.
Read MoreLying in the shadow of Chardonnay few people know of Burgundy’s second white grape called Aligoté.
Read MoreA fantastic white grape variety that is indigenous to Greece, in particular, the island of Santorini. However, plantings of the grape are increasing globally.
Read MoreIf you know anything about ancient Gods, then you may have heard of Bacchus (aka. Dionysus) the God of wine. Bacchus is also the name of a relatively unknown grape that’s making a growing name for itself in the UK
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