Nebbiolo wines are not your everyday wines. Known for their complexity, aromas and flavours these wines are aged for years in the barrels and can further age for decades in the bottle. From the vines to the bottles, each step requires great care and attention. They may be expensive but are worth every penny spent.Continue reading “Nebbiolo”
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Grenache
One of the most versatile grapes which is widely grown across major wine regions, Grenache or Garnacha (as it is known in Spain) produces spicy, fruit-forward, full-body wines with high alcohol content. On its own, Grenache grape, sometimes, lacks the acidity and tannins but is used in many notable blends, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Rhone GSM, Priorat, RiojaContinue reading “Grenache”
Albariño
Albariño is the famous white wine from the Riax baixas DO in Galacia region of Spain. One of the first wines I tried from the tank in a winery was an Albariño. And even that that stage, with super sharp acidity, I knew I would always love this wine. It is one of those refreshingContinue reading “Albariño”
Leftover Wine?
The most common question I get asked is “how long will an open bottle of wine last?” And my immediate response is – Why do you have leftover wine in the first place?? But before I tell them what to do with their bottle of wine, I ask them what kind of wine they wereContinue reading “Leftover Wine?”
Grüner Veltliner
This difficult-to-pronounce Austrian grape variety is also called Gru – Ve or Groovy! Not a tongue twister now, is it? The name Grüner Veltliner translates to Green wine of Veltlin. Veltlin was a region in the lower Alps and is now known as Valtellina in Italy.The ‘green’ flavour referred to here is often the pepperyContinue reading “Grüner Veltliner”
Tempranillo
Tempranillo is the most well-known grape variety from Spain. It makes a range of wines and is used in many blends, most notably being the Rioja (pronounced Ree-o-ha) where it is the dominant grape of the region. A fairly neutral grape with moderate tannins, it is usually blended with other varieties like Grenache, Graciano andContinue reading “Tempranillo”
Shiraz/Syrah
Did you know Syrah from France and Shiraz from Australia are the same grape variety? Although both regions produce quality wines with high tannins and acidity, the flavours and style are very different. Traditionally, the difference was regional, but now it is mostly due to the climate and the wine-making style. Syrah’s home region isContinue reading “Shiraz/Syrah”
Pinot Grigio
This Italian grape, originally from France (where it is known as Pinot Gris), is an interesting white wine grape with greyish-blue colour instead of the usual green. The grapes are harvested early to retain the acidity and make some refreshing fruit-forward, easy-drinking wines. It can have a range of flavours from apple, pear, lemon, peachContinue reading “Pinot Grigio”
Riesling
A favourite wine of many wine professionals I know, Riesling is a highly aromatic white wine with crisp acidity and floral notes.Normally thought to be sweet, Riesling can be made into some delicious dry wines. Primary flavours of Riesling include jasmine, frangipani, apricot, apple and lime. Usually made as a single varietal wine, it isContinue reading “Riesling”
Sangiovese
Sangiovese is the most planted grape in Italy, however, the most popular and known region for it is Tuscany. With high acidity and high tannins, this grape makes some beautiful wines in a range of flavours. From rich, savoury, elegant to rustic and full-bodied. Chianti, a wine synonymous with Tuscany, has Sangiovese as its mainContinue reading “Sangiovese”
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