Grape Varietals
In-depth profiles of the world's most important grape varieties — flavor, origin, ideal growing conditions, and the wines they make best.
Cabernet Sauvignon | Grape Varietal Profile
Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the world's most renowned grape varieties, celebrated for its versatility and depth. This grape has a fascinating history, distinctive viticultural characteristics,…
Pinot Noir | Grape Varietal Profile
Pinot Noir is a red grape variety renowned for producing some of the world's most elegant and sought-after wines. This thin-skinned grape is native to the…
Montepulciano | Grape Varietal Profile
Montepulciano is a versatile and widely planted red grape native to Italy. It's known for producing deeply colored, full-bodied wines with moderate acidity and soft tannins.…
Corvina | Grape Varietal Profile
Corvina (Corvina Veronese) is a red Italian grape from Veneto, the backbone of Valpolicella and Amarone. It gives bright cherry fruit, light tannins, and a signature sour-cherry finish.
Sangiovese Grosso | Grape Varietal Profile
Sangiovese Grosso, also known as Brunello, is a prestigious variant of the Sangiovese grape family. This grape variety is renowned for producing some of Italy's most…