wine grapes
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In the vast modern world of wine, certain grape varieties have always held the spotlight—Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir, to name a few. However, behind these household names lies a treasure trove of forgotten grape varieties, once popular but gradually overshadowed by changing preferences and market demands. Today, a growing number of passionate winemakers…
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Let’s chat grapes, shall we? In the intricate world of viticulture, the terms hybrid grapes, crossings, and grape parents often crop up, each playing a unique role in the creation of the wines we love. To appreciate the nuanced flavors and characteristics in your glass, it helps to understand the differences between these terms. Let’s…
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It’s true that these grapes don’t have a lot to do with each other, other than origins in France. However, it could be said that they are both varieties that have fallen out of favor but are finding a resurgence of interest in recent years–albeit in regions that aren’t their original homes. Learn more about…
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More hybrid grapes! How exciting! I’ve been getting a bit more into the “east coast” grapes lately on Winetraveler.com. This comes mainly from my love of Virginia wine and my experiences in that state getting to know these grapes about 10 years ago. Wouldn’t it be nice to have so many beautiful wineries close by…
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Don’t worry if you can’t pronounce this grape at first glance! That’s part of the reason that we put together these grape profile pages on Winetraveler.com–as a way to educate about the many different grape varieties found around the world. Rkatsiteli is a unique grape with a long history in the country of Georgia. This…