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Primotivo italys zinfandel

Zinfandel was for many years somewhat of a mystery grape, as far as its origins are concerned. Recent research in Croatia and at the University of California at Davis, using DNA profiling, has proved Zinfandel is a clone of the Croatian variety Crljenak. ... Read >

Grenache a widely planted grape that is widely unknown

Grenache noir is the world's most widely planted grape used to make red wine, sometimes made into a stand-alone varietal, frequently as a rosé, but most often as a backbone of red blends. Used as a component in some Northern Rhône reds, nearly exclusi... Read >

Sangiovese Italys Grape

Italian immigrants from Tuscany probably introduced the Sangiovese grape to California in the late 1800s, possibly at the Segheshio Family's "Chianti Station," near Geyserville. It is one of several varietal components of the field blend in many old North... Read >

Cabernet Franc and Barbera dAsti make for underapprecaited wines

Most successful in Italy's Piedmont region, where it makes such wines as Barbera d'Asti, Barbera di Monferato and Barbera di Alba. Its wines are characterized by a high level of acidity (meaning brightness and crispness), deep ruby color and full body, wi... Read >

Pinot Noir the lady of the grape varietals

Pinot Noir, the great grape of Burgundy, is a touchy variety. The best examples offer the classic black cherry, spice, raspberry and currant flavors, and an aroma that can resemble wilted roses, along with earth, tar, herb and cola notes. It can also be r... Read >

cabernet sauvignon a grape apart

The undisputed king of red wines, Cabernet is a remarkably steady and consistent performer throughout much of the state. While it grows well in many appellations, in specific appellations it is capable of rendering wines of uncommon depth, richness, conce... Read >

Wine Grape Varietals

In order to appreciate wine, it's essential to understand the characteristics different grapes offer and how those characteristics should be expressed in wines. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Zinfandel are all red grapes, but as wines their personalities ... Read >

handmade wine glasses

One might wonder whether handmade wine glasses have any market in today's hi-tech world where machine made wine glasses are preferred for its craftsmanship and excellent finish. In reality, handmade wine glasses are still desired by many customers owing t... Read >