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.
Zinfandel in America or Primitivo in Italy has a mixed reputation. From bold, high alcohol red wines to sweet pink rosé Zinfandel might not suit everyone’s tastes. However, when carefully produced the wines can be interesting with powerful aromatics and a rich structure.
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 MoreA highly aromatic grape variety that has the ability to produce outstanding and complex wines. It is deeply coloured, with pink skins making it easy to recognise in the glass. It’s one of the four noble varieties in Alsace and historically has shown great significance.
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