Grape Varieties

Different grape varieties produce wines with unique characteristics and flavour profiles. Articles explain major varieties including Merlot, Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and Riesling.

Chenin Blanc Wine

Chenin Blanc is a versatile white wine grape from France's Loire Valley, now grown worldwide in styles ranging from dry wines to desserts.

Pinot Noir

Pinot Noir is a notoriously tricky grape to grow, but Australia and New Zealand are now producing world-class wines that rival traditional French producers.

Sauvignon Blanc

Sauvignon Blanc goes from everyday dinner wine to bold expression, especially when grown in New Zealand's hot climate.

Shiraz or Syrah Wines of France and the New World

Shiraz and Syrah are the same grape variety with different names depending on where the wine comes from and how it's made.

Tempranillo

Spain's noble red grape makes dry, cherry-forward wines that anchor Rioja blends and offer quality at budget prices.

The Cabernet Sauvignon Grape and Wine Production

How Cabernet Sauvignon became the world's most planted red grape and how it's made into wine across different regions.

The Merlot Grape and Wine Production

Merlot is a reliable, fruity red wine grape grown worldwide that delivers consistent flavour without complexity or surprise.

The Riesling Grape and the Wine It Produces

Riesling is a versatile white wine from Germany and Alsace that balances strong flavour with affordability and broad appeal.

Wine Making Using the Semillon Grape

How to make wine with Semillon grapes, from dry styles to sweet dessert wines like Sauternes.