Cava | no | yes | yes | no | 1011.5% abv | low | cava is the premier sparkling of spain. the wine uses a similar quality tier system to champagne but champions several of spains native grapes including macabeu (viura), xarel-lo, and parellada. | quince | lime | apple | flowers | nuts | dry | light body | sparkling | low tannin | high acidity | A sparkling wine with low alcohol and with flavors of lime and flowers |
Beaujolais | no | no | yes | no | 1011.5% abv | low | a french region just south of bourgogne thats devoted to gamay-based wines. most beaujolais are simple, rustic reds, but the 10 crus offer exceptional quality. | pomegranate | blackberry | violet | earth | banana | dry | medium-light body | light-bodied red | medium tannin | medium acidity | A light-bodied red wine with low alcohol and with flavors of blackberry and earth |
Melon | no | yes | yes | no | 1011.5% abv | low | melon or melon de bourgogne is the grape of the muscadet region of france, known for its lean, mineral, and saline driven white wines that pair famously with seafood. | lime | sea shell | apple | pear | yeast | very dry | light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | high acidity | A light-bodied white wine with low alcohol and with flavors of sea shell and pear |
Cap Classique | no | no | yes | no | 1011.5% abv | low | null | lemon | cherry | ginger | cream | yeast | dry | light body | sparkling | low tannin | high acidity | A sparkling wine with low alcohol and with flavors of cherry and cream |
vouvray | no | no | yes | no | 1011.5% abv | low | a regional wine from frances loire valley dedicated to the production of wines from the chenin blanc grape; available in an array of styles from dry to sweet, and still to sparkling. | lemon | apricot | pear | honey | flowers | dry | light body | sparkling | low tannin | high acidity | A sparkling wine with low alcohol and with flavors of apricot and honey |
Ice Wine | yes | no | yes | no | 1011.5% abv | low | a sweet, late harvest wine that can only be made when grapes naturally freeze in the vineyard at a minimum -8°c/17.6°f. popular varieties include riesling, vidal, and cabernet franc. | pineapple | lemon | honeysuckle | apricot | lychee | very sweet | medium-full body | dessert | low tannin | medium acidity | A dessert wine with low alcohol and with flavors of lemon and apricot |
Palomino Fino | no | yes | yes | no | 1011.5% abv | low | palomino is the prized pony in the sherry triangle; most notably jerez, where it grows on chalky soils called albariza (al-bah-ree-tha,) and is used in making sherry. a few still, dry, single-varietal wines exist and expound saltiness. | lemon | jackfruit | almond | saline | mushroom | very dry | light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | medium acidity | A light-bodied white wine with low alcohol and with flavors of jackfruit and saline |
Gamay | no | no | yes | no | 1011.5% abv | low | a fruity, floral and sometimes earthy light-bodied red that is the main variety planted in beaujolais. outside of france, gamay has a tiny but devoted following. | pomegranate | blackberry | violet | earth | flowers | dry | medium-light body | light-bodied red | low tannin | medium acidity | A light-bodied red wine with low alcohol and with flavors of blackberry and earth |
Catawba | no | no | yes | no | 1011.5% abv | low | null | grape | watermelon | strawberry | flowers | petrol | slightly sweet | medium body | rosé | low tannin | medium acidity | A rosé wine with low alcohol and with flavors of watermelon and flowers |
Lambrusco | no | no | yes | no | 1011.5% abv | low | a family of 8 closely related grape varieties native to italy that are made into sparkling wines, ranging from delicately colored rosés to deeply colored reds. | strawberry | blackberry | rhubarb | flowers | earth | dry | medium-light body | light-bodied red | medium tannin | medium acidity | A light-bodied red wine with low alcohol and with flavors of blackberry and flowers |
Muscadine | no | no | yes | no | 1011.5% abv | low | muscadine (vitis rotundifolia) is a north american grape species thats naturally high in polyphenols (antioxidants). wines are exceptionally challenging to make well, given that so few are doing it. | banana | apple | lime | cranberry | rubber cement | slightly sweet | medium body | rosé | medium tannin | medium acidity | A rosé wine with low alcohol and with flavors of apple and cranberry |
Loureiro | no | yes | yes | no | 1011.5% abv | low | one of the major grapes used in the wines of the northern portuguese wine region vinho verde. the wines are bright and display aromas of peach, ripe citrus and white blossom. | grapefruit | lime | lime | herbs | saline | dry | light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | high acidity | A light-bodied white wine with low alcohol and with flavors of lime and herbs |
Listán Negro | no | no | yes | no | 1011.5% abv | low | most notably found in spains canary islands, this dark skinned red grape is also found in peru, where it is known as negra peruana and used for the production of pisco. | cherry | strawberry | banana | spice | smoke | dry | medium body | medium-bodied red | medium tannin | medium acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with low alcohol and with flavors of strawberry and spice |
Schiava | no | no | yes | no | 1011.5% abv | low | a group of several varieties, the finest of which is called schiava gentile. wines are sweetly aromatic and light-bodied with aromas reminiscent to cotton candy and roses. | strawberry | raspberry | rose | lemon | smoke | dry | medium-light body | light-bodied red | medium tannin | medium acidity | A light-bodied red wine with low alcohol and with flavors of raspberry and lemon |
Trento | no | no | yes | no | 1011.5% abv | low | a regional sparkling wine from northern italy dedicated to making wines using the champagne method. chardonnay features prominently in these bubbly wines although youll occasionally find pinot noir, pinot blanc, or pinot meunier blended in. | citrus | apple | cherry | nuts | toast | dry | light body | sparkling | low tannin | high acidity | A sparkling wine with low alcohol and with flavors of apple and nuts |
Crémant | no | no | yes | no | 1011.5% abv | low | null | lemon | peach | cherry | nuts | toast | dry | light body | sparkling | low tannin | high acidity | A sparkling wine with low alcohol and with flavors of peach and nuts |
Franciacorta | no | no | yes | no | 1011.5% abv | low | a regional sparkling wine from northern italy. made in several styles, using the same method and grapes as champagne, with the addition of pinot blanc. | lemon | peach | cherry | nuts | toast | dry | light body | sparkling | low tannin | high acidity | A sparkling wine with low alcohol and with flavors of peach and nuts |
Champagne | no | no | yes | no | 1011.5% abv | low | the most iconic sparkling wine in the world is a blend of grapes including chardonnay, pinot noir, and pinot meunier. the most treasured champagne wines age for a minimum of 3 years. | citrus | apple | cream | almond | toast | dry | light body | sparkling | low tannin | high acidity | A sparkling wine with low alcohol and with flavors of apple and almond |
Vinho verde | no | yes | yes | no | 1011.5% abv | low | a regional wine blend from portugal offered in both white, rosé and red styles. the most popular style is a fun, fruity white that usually has a touch of spritz. | lemonade | grapefruit | lime | apple | flowers | dry | light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | high acidity | A light-bodied white wine with low alcohol and with flavors of grapefruit and apple |
Pinot Meunier | no | no | yes | no | 1011.5% abv | low | this fruity red grape is mostly seen as a chief blending partner in the worlds most popular sparkling wine, champagne. | | | | | | very dry | medium-light body | light-bodied red | medium tannin | medium acidity | A light-bodied red wine with low alcohol and with flavors of cherry and raspberry |
Erbaluce | no | yes | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | a rarely encountered piedmontese varietal; vinified usually as a light-bodied, high acid white wine, also sometimes made into sweet wines using the passito method. | starfruit | gooseberry | pepper | melon | nuts | very dry | light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | high acidity | A light-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of gooseberry and melon |
Cortese | no | yes | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | null | lemon | apple | melon | sea shell | nuts | very dry | light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | medium acidity | A light-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of apple and sea shell |
Falanghina | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | two unique varieties (falanghina beneventana and falanghina flegrea) define campanias signature white. wines are zesty with peach fruit, minerals, and almond notes. | lemon | citrus | peach | honey | nuts | dry | medium-light body | full-bodied white | low tannin | medium acidity | A full-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of citrus and honey |
Valpolicella | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | the regions most famous wine, amarone della valpolicella, partially dries grapes to increase concentration in a process called appasimento. corvina is the darling grape of the valpo blend and known for its flavors of cherries and chocolate. | cherry | cinnamon | chocolate | pepper | nuts | dry | medium body | medium-bodied red | low tannin | high acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of cinnamon and pepper |
Vinsanto | yes | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | confusingly, not italys vin santo, vinsanto is a greek sweet wine made in a passito style (sun-dried grapes) and known mostly from santorini where its made with assyrtiko. | apricot | cherry | bell pepper | caramel | orange peel | very sweet | full body | dessert | medium tannin | medium acidity | A dessert wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of cherry and caramel |
Cinsault | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | one of the minor grapes found in rhône blends and provençal rosés; cinsault delivers fresh, punchy reds that are just as floral as they are fruity. | raspberry | currant | cherry | flowers | tea | dry | medium-light body | medium-bodied red | medium tannin | medium acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of currant and flowers |
Chablis | no | yes | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | a wine region in northern burgundy that is as close to champagne as it is to burgundy, producing a leaner style of chardonnay generally with less oak use. | quince | starfruit | lime | flowers | chalk | very dry | light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | medium acidity | A light-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of starfruit and flowers |
Arinto | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | an indigenous grape to portugal that produces exceptional, age-worthy whites with the ability to evolve over 7 or more years; revealing flavors of beeswax and nuts. | lemon | grapefruit | nuts | beeswax | flowers | very dry | medium-light body | full-bodied white | low tannin | high acidity | A full-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of grapefruit and beeswax |
Cabernet Franc | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | cabernet franc is the parent grape of both merlot and cabernet sauvignon. complex reds result, with aromas of raspberry, bramble, and bell pepper (pyrazines). | strawberry | raspberry | green pepper | gravel | pepper | dry | medium body | medium-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of raspberry and gravel |
St. Laurent | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | likely originating in austria, this small berried vine yields cherry flavoured wines that have been compared to a deeper coloured, beefier version of pinot noir. | raspberry | blackberry | tobacco | spice | chocolate | dry | medium body | light-bodied red | medium tannin | medium acidity | A light-bodied red wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of blackberry and spice |
Zweigelt | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | austrias most planted red wine grape and is a cross between blaufränkisch and st. laurent (tastes like pinot noir). resulting wines are bright, tart, and fruity. | cherry | raspberry | pepper | licorice | chocolate | dry | medium-light body | light-bodied red | medium tannin | medium acidity | A light-bodied red wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of raspberry and licorice |
Torrontés | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | argentinas very own white is actually a group of 3 varieties that are offspring of muscat of alexandria. of the 3 varieties torrontés riojano is considered the best. | lemon | peach | rose | flowers | orange | dry | medium-light body | aromatic white | low tannin | medium acidity | A aromatic white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of peach and flowers |
Chianti | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | the world-renowned tuscan, sangiovese-based wine was originally sold in straw-wrapped bottles called fiascos. chianti wines have many classifications by region and aging regime. | cherry | plum | tomato | leather | clay | very dry | medium-full body | medium-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of plum and leather |
Frappato | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | a rare, fruity find from sicily, frappato bursts with aromas of sweet red berries and incense spice. its sometimes blended with nero davola to add complexity. | strawberry | pomegranate | pepper | tobacco | clay | dry | medium-light body | light-bodied red | medium tannin | medium acidity | A light-bodied red wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of pomegranate and tobacco |
Fernão Pires | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | a top white grape in portugal known in some areas as maria gomez. wines deliver high intensity floral aromas and medium body. more recently its been successfully blended with viognier. | lime | peach | orange | flowers | spiced plum | dry | medium-light body | aromatic white | low tannin | low acidity | A aromatic white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of peach and flowers |
Bobal | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | this under-the-radar grape happens to be the 2nd most planted red wine in spain. wines are loved for their fruity flavors, soft tannins, and velvety finish. | blackberry | pomegranate | licorice | tea | chocolate | dry | medium body | medium-bodied red | medium tannin | medium acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of pomegranate and tea |
Prosecco | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | italys most popular sparkling wine is created mostly in veneto and friuli-venezia giulia. the best prosecco wines come from the smaller sub-region of valdobiaddene. | | melon | pear | lager | cream | dry | light body | sparkling | low tannin | medium acidity | A sparkling wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of melon and lager |
Nerello Mascalese | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | a rare red sicilian grape producing fine light to medium-bodied red wines reminiscent of pinot noir. the best examples are found growing on the volcanic soils of mount etna. | cherry | orange | herbs | spice | gravel | very dry | medium-light body | light-bodied red | medium tannin | medium acidity | A light-bodied red wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of orange and spice |
Friulano | no | yes | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | officially called sauvignonasse, this lean, dry, herbal white is often mistaken for sauvignon blanc. youll find it in abundance in northeastern italy in friuli-venezia giulia. | grapefruit | pear | peach | herbs | gravel | dry | light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | high acidity | A light-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of pear and herbs |
Grüner Veltliner | no | yes | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | austrias most important wine is produced in a myriad of styles, the most popular of which are lean, herbaceous, and peppery wines with mouth-watering acidity. | starfruit | gooseberry | green bean | pepper | gravel | dry | medium-light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | high acidity | A light-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of gooseberry and pepper |
Vermentino | no | yes | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | vermentino is an important white of sardinia and tuscany where producers offer both oaked and unoaked styles. its also one of the top white blending grapes included in provence rosé (labeled as rolle). | lime | grapefruit | green apple | nuts | flowers | dry | medium-light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | medium acidity | A light-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of grapefruit and nuts |
Rkatsiteli | no | yes | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | a popular dry white wine in eastern europe all the way to georgia where producers use ancient winemaking techniques to produce intensely flavored oxidative wines. | pineapple | lime | resin | herbs | fennel | dry | light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | high acidity | A light-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of lime and herbs |
Sancerre | no | yes | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | a regional wine from the loire valley of central france. wines are mostly sauvignon blanc (and very rarely: pinot noir). sauvignon blanc is exceptionally lean and textured from sancerres chalky soils. | gooseberry | grapefruit | melon | hay | flint | dry | light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | high acidity | A light-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of grapefruit and hay |
Silvaner | no | yes | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | an undervalued white wine primarily found in germany. silvaner wines deliver boisterous peach-like fruit contrasted by subtle herbal flavors. fans of pinot gris will delight. | peach | passion fruit | orange | thyme | flint | dry | medium-light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | medium acidity | A light-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of passion fruit and thyme |
Müller-Thurgau | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | a cross between riesling and madeleine royal, the vines are known to be hyper-productive and thus, most wines are somewhat boring. that said, quality minded wineries offer müller-thurgau with the same complexity as fine riesling. | peach | rose | lemon | lime | flint | slightly sweet | light body | aromatic white | low tannin | medium acidity | A aromatic white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of rose and lime |
Aligoté | no | yes | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | aligoté is burgundys other white grape, more rarely encountered than chardonnay; yielding light, citrusy wines. it is also the traditional base ingredient for the kir cocktail. | apple | peach | flowers | smoke | herbs | very dry | light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | high acidity | A light-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of peach and smoke |
Sauternais | yes | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | a group of rare dessert wines from bordeaux made with sémillon, sauvignon blanc, and muscadelle grapes infected with a special kind of rot called botrytis cinerea that concentrates the grape sugars. | marmalade | apricot | quince | honey | ginger | very sweet | full body | dessert | low tannin | medium acidity | A dessert wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of apricot and honey |
Graevina | no | yes | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | graevina, a.k.a. welschriesling, is the most widely planted white grape in croatia, but confusingly has no link to german riesling. wines are typically neutral and easy drinking. | apple | citrus | pineapple | mango | ginger | dry | medium-light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | high acidity | A light-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of citrus and mango |
Bonarda | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | not the same grape as bonarda from italy, this bonarda (aka charbono or douce noir) grows alongside malbec in argentina where it produces equally fruity, smooth red wines. | plum | cherry | cardamom | fig | graphite | very dry | medium-full body | medium-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of cherry and fig |
viura | no | yes | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | the most important white grape of rioja where wines evolve over 10 or more years. in catalonia, viura is called macabeo and is the primary blending grape in cava sparkling wines. | honeydew | lime | lemongrass | tarragon | nuts | very dry | medium-light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | medium acidity | A light-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of lime and tarragon |
Pinot Noir | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | pinot noir is the worlds most popular light-bodied red wine. its loved for its red fruit, flower, and spice aromas that are accentuated by a long, smooth finish. | cherry | raspberry | mushroom | vanilla | flowers | dry | medium body | light-bodied red | medium tannin | medium acidity | A light-bodied red wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of raspberry and vanilla |
Orange Wine | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | the name is a bit of a misnomer because this wine isnt made with oranges, but rather white grapes that have been fermented on their skins, much like red wine. | bruised | jackfruit | linseed oil | juniper | honey | very dry | medium-full body | full-bodied white | medium tannin | medium acidity | A full-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of jackfruit and juniper |
Catarratto | no | yes | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | null | lemon | apple | peach | flowers | honey | dry | medium-light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | medium acidity | A light-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of apple and flowers |
Chenin Blanc | no | yes | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | its hard not to love chenin blanc; given its diversity of styles from lean, dry whites and aromatic sparklers, to sweet golden nectars as well as rich brandies. | quince | apple | pear | chamomile | honey | dry | medium-light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | high acidity | A light-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of apple and chamomile |
Vidal | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | a french hybrid grape, known principally for its use in ice wine making in canada. the vines are ideal for ice wine, as they are incredibly hardy and suited to harsh winters. | currant | pineapple | melon | lychee | flowers | slightly sweet | medium body | aromatic white | low tannin | high acidity | A aromatic white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of pineapple and lychee |
White Bordeaux | no | yes | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | a white blend thats dominated by sémillon and sauvignon blanc, along with other grape varieties that are native to the bordeaux region of france. | grapefruit | gooseberry | lemon | herbs | lemongrass | dry | medium-light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | medium acidity | A light-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of gooseberry and herbs |
Tokaji Aszú | yes | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | a notable hungarian sweet wine made mostly of furmint grapes that are affected by a special rot called botrytis cinerea. the rot concentrates the grapes sugars and adds distinct aromas of ginger and saffron. | tangerine | apricot | honey | ginger | marzipan | very sweet | medium body | dessert | low tannin | high acidity | A dessert wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of apricot and ginger |
Montepulciano | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | a popular italian red grape found mostly labeled as montepulciano dabruzzo. the best examples deliver complex black fruit flavors and a smoky-sweet finish. | plum | blackberry | herbs | spice | mesquite | dry | medium-full body | medium-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of blackberry and spice |
Arneis | no | yes | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | arneis (little rascal) owes its existence, in part, from the efforts of one winemaker, alfredo currado of the vietti family, who brought it back from scarcity. | peach | apple | honey | nuts | nutmeg | very dry | light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | high acidity | A light-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of apple and nuts |
Agiorgitiko | no | no | yes | yes | 11.513.5% abv | medium | the most widely planted red grape of greece offers a wide range of styles, from rosé to red. the most exceptional agiorgitiko wines are the full-bodied reds from nemea. | raspberry | blackberry | plum | pepper | nutmeg | very dry | medium-full body | full-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A full-bodied red wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of blackberry and pepper |
Sauvignon Blanc | no | yes | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | a popular and unmistakable white thats loved for its green herbal flavors and sky high acidity. sauvignon blanc grows nearly everywhere and is produced in a variety of methods resulting in a wide that range from lean to bountiful. | gooseberry | melon | grapefruit | white peach | passion fruit | dry | medium-light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | high acidity | A light-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of melon and white peach |
Furmint | no | yes | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | furmint is one of the most important hungarian varieties famously used in tokaji aszú dessert wines, but also available as a dry wine in a similar in style to riesling. | lemon | apple | ginger | smoke | green pepper | dry | light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | high acidity | A light-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of apple and smoke |
Fiano | no | yes | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | a fascinating southern italian white with a richer, almost waxy texture thats known to be age worthy. its easy to find labeled as fiano di avellino from campania. | melon | pear | hazelnut | orange | pine | dry | medium-light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | medium acidity | A light-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of pear and orange |
Xarel-lo | no | yes | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | one of the three main grapes used in the production of sparkling cava (along with parellada and macabeo). xarel-lo is noted to complement the richness of macabeo (aka viura) with high acidity. | lemon | peach | lime | ginger | nuts | very dry | light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | high acidity | A light-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of peach and ginger |
Encruzado | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | a rare portuguese white wine with exceptional quality and ability to be aged in oak, giving it a similar taste to white burgundy; it shows a distinct, slatey minerality. | grapefruit | lemon | hazelnut | ginger | resin | very dry | medium body | full-bodied white | low tannin | medium acidity | A full-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of lemon and ginger |
Savatiano | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | greeces most planted variety is starting to make a comeback as more winemakers focus on quality producing richer, full-bodied white wines reminiscent of chardonnay. | apple | melon | lime | lemon | resin | dry | medium body | full-bodied white | low tannin | low acidity | A full-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of melon and lemon |
Cserszegi F?szeres | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | null | peach | elderflower | grape | lychee | rose | slightly sweet | medium-light body | aromatic white | low tannin | medium acidity | A aromatic white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of elderflower and lychee |
Airén | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | spains most widely planted grape is primarily used for brandy, save for a few producers who have revitalized the drought-resistant old bush vines for winemaking. | apple | pineapple | grapefruit | banana | rose | dry | medium-light body | full-bodied white | low tannin | low acidity | A full-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of pineapple and banana |
País | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | the chilean name for the spanish grape, listán prieto. its been used mostly for bulk rosé until recently, where quality-minded, natural winemakers are launching tart, high-tannin reds made from país old vines. | cherry | grape | anise | meat | herbs | very dry | medium body | medium-bodied red | high tannin | low acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of grape and meat |
Picpoul | no | yes | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | a very old french white wine variety thats recently become increasingly popular for its lip-zapping white wines that pair perfectly with shellfish and fried foods. | apple | citrus | lemon | herbs | saline | dry | light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | high acidity | A light-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of citrus and herbs |
Vernaccia di San Gimignano | no | yes | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | hailing from tuscany, this white grape is also the varietal in the tuscan regional wine with the same name. wines are bright, citrusy and crisp, and lend a slight bitter note on the finish. | apple | peach | lemon | nuts | saline | dry | medium-light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | medium acidity | A light-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of peach and nuts |
Verdicchio | no | yes | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | a fascinating white found primarily in the marche of italy where verdicchio wines are loved for their sweet, peachy aromatics and somewhat oily texture. | peach | lemon | nuts | oil | saline | dry | light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | medium acidity | A light-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of lemon and oil |
Albariño | no | yes | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | one of the most delightfully refreshing whites from the iberian peninsula, mostly found growing in cooler areas close to the sea where it attains briny flavours. | lemon | grapefruit | honeydew | orange | saline | dry | light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | high acidity | A light-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of grapefruit and orange |
Grillo | no | yes | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | at home in sicily; the table wines that result are full in body, with a floral, herbal aroma. a major component of sicilys fortified flagship wine: marsala. | grapefruit | citrus | thyme | minerals | saline | very dry | medium-light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | medium acidity | A light-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of citrus and minerals |
Garganega | no | yes | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | an important italian white thats loved for its lean, dry style that gains rich tangerine and toasted almond notes as it ages. garganega is the main grape of soave (swah-vay.) | peach | melon | tangerine | herbs | saline | dry | medium-light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | medium acidity | A light-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of melon and herbs |
Sémillon | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | an important white grape of bordeaux, including the prized dessert wine, sauternes. wines can be surprisingly rich and when oaked, can taste similar to chardonnay. | lemon | beeswax | peach | flowers | saline | dry | medium body | full-bodied white | low tannin | medium acidity | A full-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of beeswax and flowers |
Grechetto | no | yes | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | the primary grape in italys well-known orvieto wines from umbria and lazio. this white fuller in body and if you close your eyes, it will remind you of rosé! | peach | melon | strawberry | flowers | sea shell | very dry | medium-light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | medium acidity | A light-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of melon and flowers |
Refosco | no | no | yes | yes | 11.513.5% abv | medium | a family of closely related varieties found northern italy and neighboring slovenia with genetic links to the grapes of valpolicella. wines range in body and style but usually feature deep color and elevated acidity. | cherry | dried herbs | espresso | spice | smoke | dry | medium-full body | full-bodied red | medium tannin | medium acidity | A full-bodied red wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of dried herbs and spice |
Chasselas | no | yes | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | a swiss variety which yields fairly neutral wines that tend to showcase their origin more so than other grapes, based on the terroir in which they grow. | apple | apple | melon | mint | smoke | very dry | light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | medium acidity | A light-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of apple and mint |
Baga | no | no | yes | yes | 11.513.5% abv | medium | even though a large proportion of baga is used in portugals leading value wine, mateus rosé, the grape can produce age-worthy reds and complex sparkling rosé. | blackberry | currant | cherry | cocoa | tar | dry | medium-full body | full-bodied red | high tannin | high acidity | A full-bodied red wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of currant and cocoa |
Ribolla Gialla | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | an ancient white variety from northern italy, bordering slovenia. rarely seen elsewhere, wines are typically light in body and offer fruity, floral aromas, as well as bright acidity. | apple | tangerine | citrus | beeswax | herbs | dry | medium-light body | full-bodied white | low tannin | medium acidity | A full-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of tangerine and beeswax |
Gaglioppo | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | a delicious, rare find from calabria that is the child grape of sangiovese and sibling to sicilys nerello mascalese. wines often deliver dusty fruit flavors. | raspberry | currant | clay | leather | tobacco | very dry | medium body | medium-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of currant and leather |
Carménère | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | null | raspberry | green pepper | plum | spice | vanilla | dry | medium body | medium-bodied red | medium tannin | medium acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of green pepper and spice |
Dolcetto | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | in piedmont, dolcettos home, the name means little sweet one. funny enough, wines are generally tart with loads black fruit flavors and occasionally aggressive tannins. | black plum | blackberry | cocoa | pepper | flowers | dry | medium-full body | medium-bodied red | medium tannin | low acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of blackberry and pepper |
Rosé | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | rosé was once only thought of as fruity and cloying; these dry and mineral driven pink wines (that contain a plethora of grapes) have proven that rosé can be serious. seriously delicious. | strawberry | melon | rose | celery | melon | dry | light body | rosé | low tannin | medium acidity | A rosé wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of melon and celery |
Verdejo | no | yes | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | an herbaceous white wine that grows almost exclusively in the rueda region of spain. not to be confused with verdelho, a portuguese grape used in primarily in madeira. | lime | melon | grapefruit | fennel | peach | dry | light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | medium acidity | A light-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of melon and fennel |
Moschofilero | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | a richly aromatic white wine that hails from the small region of mantíneia, close to tripoli in peloponnese, greece. | | | | | | slightly sweet | medium-light body | aromatic white | low tannin | medium acidity | A aromatic white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of lemon and orange blossom |
Colombard | no | yes | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | this fairly neutral grape, once preferred solely for brandy production (notably armagnac) is planted globally. generally blended with other grapes, easy-drinking table wines result. | | | | | | dry | light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | high acidity | A light-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of peach and melon |
Pinot Gris | no | yes | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | pinot gris (aka pinot grigio) is a pinkish grape mutation of pinot noir. its famously known for zesty white wines, but can also be used for rosé. look to northern italy, oregon, and alsace for benchmark examples. | | | | | | dry | medium-light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | medium acidity | A light-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of lime and lemon |
Trebbiano Toscano | no | no | yes | no | 11.513.5% abv | medium | one of the top wine grapes of italy and france (where its called ugni blanc). that said, youd never realize it because trebbiano is mostly used in brandy and balsamic vinegar production! | | | | | | dry | medium-light body | full-bodied white | low tannin | medium acidity | A full-bodied white wine with medium alcohol and with flavors of lemon and stone |
Bandol | no | no | yes | yes | 13.515% abv | high | bandol is a tiny appellation within provence, france that is most famous for its rich, peppery, and meaty red wines made almost exclusively with mourvèdre. | blackberry | chocolate | game | pepper | spiced plum | very dry | full body | full-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A full-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of chocolate and pepper |
Marsanne | no | no | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | a primary blending grape in white rhône blends that also include roussanne, grenache blanc and sometimes viognier. a great alternative to chardonnay. | quince | orange | apricot | acacia | beeswax | dry | medium body | full-bodied white | low tannin | low acidity | A full-bodied white wine with high alcohol and with flavors of orange and acacia |
Sagrantino | no | no | yes | yes | 13.515% abv | high | a rare, central-italian red found mostly in umbria. its recently been noted to contain some of the highest polyphenol (antioxidants) levels of of any red wine. | plum | licorice | tea | olive | pepper | very dry | full body | full-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A full-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of licorice and olive |
Blaufränkisch | no | no | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | rich black fruit is contrasted by peppery flavors and boisterous acidity in this food-friendly austrian red. blaufränkisch is a parent grape of both gamay and zweigelt. | blackberry | cherry | chocolate | allspice | pepper | dry | medium body | medium-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of cherry and allspice |
Barbera | no | no | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | barolo is what everyone talks about from piedmont, but barbera is what everyone drinks! this everyday red can be found in vineyards around the world. | cherry | licorice | blackberry | herbs | pepper | very dry | medium-full body | medium-bodied red | medium tannin | high acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of licorice and herbs |
Verdelho | no | yes | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | this portuguese native is one of the four key grapes used in the production of madeira; it is found little elsewhere, though select australian producers are making quality wines. | gooseberry | pineapple | ginger | melon | nuts | dry | light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | medium acidity | A light-bodied white wine with high alcohol and with flavors of pineapple and melon |
White Rhône | no | no | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | the rare white wines of the rhône valley offer a terrific alternative for chardonnay lovers. wines are typically a blend of marsanne and roussanne with a little viognier and grenache blanc thrown in. | lemon | apricot | beeswax | orange | yeast | dry | medium-light body | full-bodied white | low tannin | low acidity | A full-bodied white wine with high alcohol and with flavors of apricot and orange |
Roussanne | no | no | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | an intriguing, rare full-bodied white found mostly in southern france where its blended into white blends with grenache blanc, marsanne and sometimes viognier. | lemon | apricot | beeswax | chamomile | yeast | dry | medium body | full-bodied white | low tannin | medium acidity | A full-bodied white wine with high alcohol and with flavors of apricot and chamomile |
Chardonnay | no | no | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | one of the worlds most popular grapes, chardonnay is made in a wide range of styles from lean, sparkling blanc de blancs to rich, creamy white wines aged in oak. | apple | starfruit | pineapple | vanilla | butter | dry | medium body | full-bodied white | low tannin | medium acidity | A full-bodied white wine with high alcohol and with flavors of starfruit and vanilla |
Nero dAvola | no | no | yes | yes | 13.515% abv | high | sicilys most important red wine variety is often likened to cabernet sauvignon due to its full-bodied style and flavors of black cherry and tobacco. | cherry | plum | licorice | tobacco | pepper | dry | medium-full body | full-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A full-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of plum and tobacco |
Norton | no | no | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | an american hybrid of vitis vinifera and vitis aestivalis that shows excellent promise for winemaking in americas midwest. wines are often rich with both fruity and savory flavors. | currant | cherry | dill | pepper | chocolate | dry | medium-full body | medium-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of cherry and pepper |
Brunello di Montalcino | no | no | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | brunello di montalcino is of italys top regional red wines, first labeled as such in 1865 by biondi-santi. wines are made with a special clone of sangiovese. | cherry | plum | leather | herbs | clay | very dry | medium-full body | medium-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of plum and herbs |
Nebbiolo | no | no | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | one of italys most important red wine varieties made famous by the barolo region of piedmont where wines offer delicate aromas accompanied by strong tannins. | cherry | rose | leather | anise | clay | very dry | medium-full body | medium-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of rose and anise |
Malbec | no | no | yes | yes | 13.515% abv | high | argentinas most important variety came by way of france, where its commonly called côt (sounds like coat). wines are loved for their rich, dark fruit flavors and smooth chocolatey finish. | plum | blackberry | vanilla | tobacco | chocolate | dry | full body | full-bodied red | medium tannin | low acidity | A full-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of blackberry and tobacco |
Mencía | no | no | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | a red variety from the iberian peninsula (spain and portugal) thats quickly developing a following. its loved for its heady aromatics and potential to age. | cherry | pomegranate | licorice | blackberry | gravel | dry | medium-full body | medium-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of pomegranate and blackberry |
Pinot Blanc | no | yes | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | pinot blanc is the white grape mutation of pinot noir. its found mostly in germany and northern italy where wines are refreshing, peachy, and dry. | pear | peach | nuts | lemon | gravel | dry | light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | medium acidity | A light-bodied white wine with high alcohol and with flavors of peach and lemon |
Concord | no | no | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | an american grape of the vitis labrusca species from concord, massachusetts; it is the most planted grape in new york, but used more for juice and flavoring than winemaking. | grape | plum sauce | musk | earth | spice | slightly sweet | medium-full body | medium-bodied red | medium tannin | medium acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of plum sauce and earth |
Carignan | no | no | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | null | cranberry | raspberry | tobacco | spice | meat | dry | medium body | medium-bodied red | medium tannin | medium acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of raspberry and spice |
Priorat | no | no | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | a spanish regional wine blend known largely for its full, dusty red wines made primarily from grenache and carignan. the best age a minimum of five years before release and some include merlot and cabernet sauvignon for additional complexity. | cherry | plum | gravel | licorice | chocolate | dry | medium-full body | medium-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of plum and licorice |
Tempranillo | no | no | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | spains top red wine, made famous by rioja, where wines are classified (in part) by how long they age in oak. whats amazing, is a well-made tempranillo ages for over 20 years. | cherry | fig | cedar | tobacco | herbs | dry | medium-full body | medium-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of fig and tobacco |
Red Bordeaux | no | no | yes | yes | 13.515% abv | high | a red blend thats dominated by cabernet sauvignon and merlot, along with several other grape varieties native to the bordeaux region of france. | currant | cherry | graphite | chocolate | herbs | very dry | full body | full-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A full-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of cherry and chocolate |
Negroamaro | no | no | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | a red wine that grows in abundance in puglia but almost nowhere else; producing wines with rich black fruit flavors with a distinct finish of dried herbs. | cherry | plum | blackberry | prune | herbs | dry | medium-full body | medium-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of plum and prune |
Gewürztraminer | no | no | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | treasured for its intense floral aromas, gewürztraminer has thrived for centuries around germany. quality examples are ageworthy, but most are best enjoyed in their youth to preserve acidity. | lychee | rose | grapefruit | tangerine | ginger | slightly sweet | medium body | aromatic white | low tannin | low acidity | A aromatic white wine with high alcohol and with flavors of rose and tangerine |
Cabernet Sauvignon | no | no | yes | yes | 13.515% abv | high | the worlds most popular red wine grape is a natural cross between cabernet franc and sauvignon blanc from bordeaux, france. cabernet sauvignon is loved for its high concentration and age worthiness. | cherry | currant | cedar | spice | graphite | dry | full body | full-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A full-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of currant and spice |
Corvina | no | no | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | null | cherry | cinnamon | chocolate | pepper | nuts | dry | medium body | medium-bodied red | medium tannin | medium acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of cinnamon and pepper |
Syrah | no | no | yes | yes | 13.515% abv | high | a rich, powerful, and sometimes meaty red wine that originated in the rhône valley of france. syrah is the most planted grape of australia where they call it shiraz. | blueberry | plum | chocolate | tobacco | pepper | dry | full body | full-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A full-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of plum and tobacco |
Red Rhône | no | no | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | gsm stands for grenache, syrah, and mourvèdre three important grapes grown in the côtes du rhône region of france. today, this blend is produced throughout the world and is loved for its complex red fruit flavors and age-worthy potential. | raspberry | blackberry | rosemary | spice | flowers | dry | medium-full body | medium-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of blackberry and spice |
Barolo | no | no | yes | yes | 13.515% abv | high | piedmonts most famous red wine is made with 100% nebbiolo grapes. its translucent brick-red color, deceptively light body, and floral aromas contrast its dense tannin structure. | raspberry | cherry | rose | tar | licorice | very dry | full body | full-bodied red | high tannin | high acidity | A full-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of cherry and tar |
Castelão | no | no | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | null | currant | plum | strawberry | meat | mocha | dry | medium body | medium-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of plum and meat |
Red Rioja | no | no | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | spains most famous regional wine featuring tempranillo grapes. wines are known for their savory, dusty flavors and ability to age. rioja is one of few european winemaking zones that enlists the use of american oak barrels. | cherry | plum | dill | vanilla | leather | dry | medium-full body | medium-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of plum and vanilla |
Touriga Franca | no | no | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | a northern portuguese native, used mainly in port wine production, as well as blended table wines of the dão. wines are deep in colour, with floral, red-fruit flavours. | blackberry | cherry | graphite | rose | pepper | dry | medium body | medium-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of cherry and rose |
Mourvèdre | no | no | yes | yes | 13.515% abv | high | a deeply bold, smoky red wine found in abundance in central spain and southern france (where its known as mourvèdre). monastrell is the m in the rhône / gsm blend. | blackberry | pepper | cocoa | tobacco | meat | dry | full body | full-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A full-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of pepper and tobacco |
Viognier | no | no | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | a rich, oily white wine that originated in the northern rhône and is rapidly growing in popularity in california, australia, and beyond. wines are often age in oak to deliver chardonnay-like richness. | tangerine | peach | mango | honeysuckle | rose | dry | medium body | full-bodied white | low tannin | low acidity | A full-bodied white wine with high alcohol and with flavors of peach and honeysuckle |
Petit verdot | no | no | yes | yes | 13.515% abv | high | considered a minor blending grape in bordeaux, petit verdot has shown promise as a single-varietal wine in warmer climates where it makes smooth full-bodied reds. | cherry | plum | violet | lilac | herbs | dry | full body | full-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A full-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of plum and lilac |
Godello | no | yes | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | a rare grape with great potential from the iberian peninsula delivers mouth-watering flavors of briny grapefruit. the best examples offer smoky minerality. | grapefruit | lemon | quince | gravel | saline | very dry | light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | medium acidity | A light-bodied white wine with high alcohol and with flavors of lemon and gravel |
Assyrtiko | no | yes | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | native to santorini, assyrtiko is a rare grape in terms of vineyard area, but is quickly picking up acreage throughout greece. noted for its texture, acidity, and minerality. | lime | passion fruit | beeswax | flint | saline | very dry | light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | high acidity | A light-bodied white wine with high alcohol and with flavors of passion fruit and flint |
Malvasia Fina | yes | no | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | malvasia fina, or boal, as it is known on the island of madeira is one of the four main grapes used in madeira production. in table wines, full aromatics and alcohol are of note. | peach | flowers | nuts | herbs | sea shell | sweet | medium-light body | dessert | low tannin | low acidity | A dessert wine with high alcohol and with flavors of flowers and herbs |
Aglianico | no | no | yes | yes | 13.515% abv | high | if nebbiolo is king of northern italy, then aglianico is king of the south. a wine with incredible quality, and a unique savory flavor thats best enjoyed aged. | pepper | cherry | smoke | game | plum | very dry | full body | full-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A full-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of cherry and game |
Sangiovese | no | no | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | italys most planted wine variety and the pride of the tuscan regional wine, chianti. sangiovese is a sensitive grape that takes on different stylistic expressions based on where it grows. | cherry | tomato | herbs | coffee | balsamic | very dry | medium-full body | medium-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of tomato and coffee |
Alicante Bouschet | no | no | yes | yes | 13.515% abv | high | a rare type of grape that has both red skins and red flesh, known as a teinturier. created when french botanist, henri bouschet, crossed grenache with petit bouschet. | cherry | blackberry | black | pepper | tobacco | dry | full body | full-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A full-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of blackberry and pepper |
Grenache Blanc | no | no | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | grenache blanc is a color mutation of grenache producing full-bodied white wines that are sometimes aged in oak to delivery toasty, creamy, dill-like flavors. | plum | pear | lemon | flowers | toast | very dry | medium body | full-bodied white | low tannin | low acidity | A full-bodied white wine with high alcohol and with flavors of pear and flowers |
Xinomavro | no | no | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | the most important grape of naoussa, greece where wine enthusiasts often cite the xinomavros similarities to the nebbiolo grape and the collector-worthy wines of barolo. | raspberry | plum | anise | spice | tobacco | dry | medium-full body | medium-bodied red | high tannin | high acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of plum and spice |
Vin Santo | yes | no | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | vin santo or holy wine is a rare dessert wine found mostly in tuscany. the grapes are first dried on straw mats to concentrate the sugars and can take as long as 4 years to ferment. | perfume | fig | raisin | nuts | caramel | very sweet | full body | dessert | low tannin | high acidity | A dessert wine with high alcohol and with flavors of fig and nuts |
Merlot | no | no | yes | no | 13.515% abv | high | merlot is loved for its boisterous black cherry flavors, supple tannins, and chocolatey finish. on the high end, its often mistaken with cabernet sauvignon and commonly blended with it. | cherry | plum | chocolate | hers | vanilla | very dry | medium-full body | medium-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of plum and hers |
Tannat | no | no | yes | yes | 13.515% abv | high | tannat is the most planted variety of uruguay where it was studied to determine that it contains some of the highest polyphenols (antioxidants) of all red wines. | | | | | | dry | full body | full-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A full-bodied red wine with high alcohol and with flavors of smoke and plum |
Sherry | yes | no | yes | no | over 15% abv | very high | the top fortified wine of spain made primarily with palomino grapes and extended oxidative aging. its available in a range of styles of bone dry to very sweet. | jackfruit | saline | lemon | nuts | nuts | slightly sweet | medium-light body | dessert | low tannin | high acidity | A dessert wine with very high alcohol and with flavors of saline and nuts |
Grenache | no | no | yes | no | over 15% abv | very high | grenache (aka garnacha) produces rich, flavorful red wines and deep, ruby-tinted rosé. the french have championed this grape in the southern rhône valley but its original home is spain! | strawberry | plum | leather | herbs | orange | dry | medium-full body | medium-bodied red | medium tannin | medium acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with very high alcohol and with flavors of plum and herbs |
Maury | yes | no | yes | no | over 15% abv | very high | an appellation for the production of vin doux naturel (fortified wine) in the southern roussillon of france. wines must be made with a minimum 75% grenache noir, among others. | strawberry | prune | earth | ginger | caramel | very sweet | full body | dessert | high tannin | medium acidity | A dessert wine with very high alcohol and with flavors of prune and ginger |
Port | yes | no | yes | no | over 15% abv | very high | portugals flagship; an aged, sweet fortified wine that comes in a wide range of styles, largely based on ageing techniques. commonly seen styles include ruby and tawny. | plum | cherry | chocolate | raisin | cinnamon | very sweet | full body | dessert | high tannin | medium acidity | A dessert wine with very high alcohol and with flavors of cherry and raisin |
Banyuls | yes | no | yes | no | over 15% abv | very high | one of frances most important sweet, fortified vin doux naturel wines made primarily of grenache and/or grenache blanc grapes with 6 official styles. | strawberry | prunes | earth | chocolate | mint | very sweet | full body | dessert | high tannin | medium acidity | A dessert wine with very high alcohol and with flavors of prunes and chocolate |
Madeira | yes | no | yes | no | over 15% abv | very high | oxidized, fortified dessert wines from the island of madeira ranging in style from slightly sweet to sweet. wines are incredibly stable and are known to age over 100 years. | caramel | nuts | peach | nuts | orange | sweet | full body | dessert | low tannin | medium acidity | A dessert wine with very high alcohol and with flavors of nuts and nuts |
Pinotage | no | no | yes | yes | over 15% abv | very high | south africas own hearty red was created in 1925 and is a cross between cinsault and pinot noir. oddly enough, pinotage is bolder than both its progenitors. | cherry | blackberry | fig | menthol | meat | dry | full body | full-bodied red | high tannin | low acidity | A full-bodied red wine with very high alcohol and with flavors of blackberry and menthol |
Zinfandel | no | no | yes | no | over 15% abv | very high | a fruit-forward-yet-bold red thats loved for its red fruit flavors and smoky exotic spice notes. originally from croatia and related to top croatian grape, plavic mali. | blackberry | strawberry | peach | cinnamon | tobacco | dry | medium-full body | medium-bodied red | high tannin | low acidity | A medium-bodied red wine with very high alcohol and with flavors of strawberry and cinnamon |
Marsala | yes | no | yes | no | over 15% abv | very high | marsala is a fortified wine from sicily commonly used in cooking to create rich, caramelized sauces but can also make fine sipping wines, ranging from dry to sweet. | apricot | vanilla | tamarind | caramel | tobacco | sweet | full body | dessert | low tannin | medium acidity | A dessert wine with very high alcohol and with flavors of vanilla and caramel |
Vin Jaune | yes | no | yes | no | over 15% abv | very high | a rare, oxidized french white with bizarrely unique aromas. occassionally, youll find it used in cooking where it adds an indescrible nutty taste to classic french dishes. | turpentine | pear | rose | fennel | caramel | dry | medium-full body | dessert | medium tannin | medium acidity | A dessert wine with very high alcohol and with flavors of pear and fennel |
White Port | yes | no | yes | no | over 15% abv | very high | the most important fortified sweet wine of portugal is made in a range of styles including white, rosé, red and tawny, each with a unique taste profile. | spiced pear | quince | almond | honey | vanilla | very sweet | medium-full body | dessert | low tannin | medium acidity | A dessert wine with very high alcohol and with flavors of quince and honey |
Touriga Nacional | no | no | yes | yes | over 15% abv | very high | an increasingly important red from portugal that was originally used in port wines and is now featured in single varietal wines and red blends from the douro valley. | | | | | | dry | full body | full-bodied red | high tannin | medium acidity | A full-bodied red wine with very high alcohol and with flavors of flowers and blueberries |
Moscatel de Setúbal | yes | no | yes | no | under 10% abv | very low | a rich and honeyed fortified dessert wine made primarily with muscat of alexandria grapes grown on the setúbal peninsula in southern portugal. | orange | grape | apricot | honey | caramel | very sweet | full body | dessert | low tannin | medium acidity | A dessert wine with very low alcohol and with flavors of grape and honey |
Pedro Ximénez | yes | no | yes | no | under 10% abv | very low | the andalucían grapes responsible for some of the worlds sweetest fortified wines are often dried in the sun to further concentrate the sugars. px sherry on your pancakes, anyone? | toffee | fig | walnut | lemon | coffee | very sweet | full body | dessert | low tannin | low acidity | A dessert wine with very low alcohol and with flavors of fig and lemon |
Brachetto | no | no | yes | no | under 10% abv | very low | brachetto dacqui is a frizzante (semi-sparkling) sweet red wine from piedmont thats known for its candied and floral aromatics. | strawberry | orange | currant | apricot | cream | sweet | medium-light body | light-bodied red | low tannin | medium acidity | A light-bodied red wine with very low alcohol and with flavors of orange and apricot |
Muscat Blanc | no | no | yes | no | under 10% abv | very low | an ancient aromatic white variety originally from greece thats available in many styles, from dry to sweet to still, sparkling, and fortified. | orange | lemon | orange | pear | flowers | slightly sweet | light body | aromatic white | low tannin | medium acidity | A aromatic white wine with very low alcohol and with flavors of lemon and pear |
Riesling | no | no | yes | no | under 10% abv | very low | an aromatic white variety that can produce white wines ranging in style from very dry to very sweet. germany is the worlds most important producer of riesling. | lime | apple | beeswax | flowers | petrol | slightly sweet | light body | aromatic white | low tannin | high acidity | A aromatic white wine with very low alcohol and with flavors of apple and flowers |
Txakoli | no | yes | yes | no | under 10% abv | very low | a bone dry, slightly spritzy wine from spains basque country, produced in three different regions from a host of grapes, most importantly hondarrabi zuri. | lime | strawberry | peony | herbs | saline | dry | light body | light-bodied white | low tannin | high acidity | A light-bodied white wine with very low alcohol and with flavors of strawberry and herbs |
Muscat of Alexandria | yes | no | yes | no | under 10% abv | very low | another important muscat variety used primarily for dessert wines that delivers slightly more mandarin orange, orange zest and sweet rose notes than muscat blanc. | orange | honey | lychee | peach | flowers | sweet | medium body | dessert | low tannin | medium acidity | A dessert wine with very low alcohol and with flavors of honey and peach |