Types of grapes for wine

Learn about the best grapes for eating, adding to salads, and cooking.

WHAT IS ZINFANDEL?Zinfandel (also known as Primitivo) is a black-skinned grape. DNA analysis reveals it is genetically equivalent to the Croatian grapes Crljenak Kaštelanski and Tribidrag, as well as to the Italian grape Primitivo. The grape found its way to the United States in the mid-19th century, where its known by variations of a name

We will often come across people who like to have a glass or two of red wine with their meals. However, do you ever wonder if the same is good for consumption or not? When it comes to the best.

If you've ever stood in the wine aisle, feeling a tad overwhelmed by all the choices and wondering which red wine might suit your taste, you're in good company. Choosing the right bottle can seem complicated, but it doesn't have to be. I hope this

Swirling wine is a common practice among wine tasters. 🍷🍷🍷 There are two main reasons for swirling wine. First, swirling wine helps to release the wine’s aromas. Wine contains hundreds of volatile compounds that can only be smelled when they are airborne. Swirling the wine agitates the surface of the wine,which allows these compounds to escape into the air. Second, swirling wine can also help to soften the wine’s tannins.Tannins are a type of compound found in grape skins and seeds. They…

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We've broken down types of wine into an easy-to-read chart. This types of wine chart will help you understand the major varieties of wines.