Chenin Blanc: The Jack of All Trades
The title is a reference to Chenin’s versatility. Chenin Blanc’s original home is the Loire Valley of France, especially the
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Wine Varietals
Viognier: The Countess
The great elegance and class of Viognier gives it its nickname. Viognier’s origin is in the northern section of the
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Pinot Gris: The Two Faces
We call Pinot Gris the “Two Faces” because the styles of Pinot Gris and Pinot Grigio (the same grape), are
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Riesling: The German Prince
Riesling is produced all over the world of wine, but in general, it thrives in cool climates. Its home is
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Sauvignon Blanc: The Pixie
We call Sauvignon Blanc the “Pixie” because of its teasing, impish character. Sauvignon Blanc’s home territory is at the eastern
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Zinfandel: The Wanderer
The roads that brought Zinfandel to becoming California’s “own” wine grape were long and convoluted, which is why we call
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Carménère – The Immigrant
A little-used Bordeaux blending grape Introduced to Chile in 1850s and has become Chilean signature grape as varietal Late-ripening, does
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Cabernet Franc: The Companion
Cabernet Franc is one of the Bordeaux blending grapes It is a partner of Merlot in right bank Bordeaux blends
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Malbec: The Tango Partner
Malbec is one of the Bordeaux blending grapes Also called Côt and Auxerrois Small grape with dark berries and thin
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Gamay: It’s Beaujolais
Gamay-based wines are typically light bodied and fruity. Black currant, raspberry, violet, banana, earth. The sole grape of Beaujolais. A
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