Grenache Grapes - The Subtle Wine Giant
Posted on August 22, 2008
Grenache is most likely the most vastly planted variety of red wine grape in the world. It grows in dry, hot conditions like Spain, and the south of France, since it ripens late. Usually, it has a spicy, berry flavor and is soft on the palate with a relatively high alcohol content, but it does need careful control for the best results. Sometimes it lacks acid, tannin, and color, and is usually blended with other varieties such as Syrah, Carignan, and Cinsaut. Grenache is a dominant variety in many Southern Rhone wines especially in Châteauneuf-du-Pape where it is typically over 80% of the blend, and in Australia it is usually blended in “GSM? blends with Syrah and Mourvedre.
Learning About Winter Wines
Posted on August 2, 2008
When considering your options, you would probably prefer an elegant Cabernet Sauvignon or an earthy Chateauneuf-du-Pape. These are both complex wines with a hearty aroma and reassuring body. Neither needs to be very expensive, as they are both typically very fine choices regardless of vintage or name brand.
How To Read A Wine Label
Posted on July 30, 2008
If you know a little bit about wines, you’re already well on your way to understanding the wine labels. They typically tell you, at a glance, the alcohol content, the growing region, bottle volume, name of the wine, quality and type of wine, the producer, and the variety and vintage.
How To Read A Wine Label
Posted on July 28, 2008
If you know a little bit about wines, you’re already well on your way to understanding the wine labels. They typically tell you, at a glance, the alcohol content, the growing region, bottle volume, name of the wine, quality and type of wine, the producer, and the variety and vintage.