Vermentino vs Viognier
Comparing Vermentino vs Viognier wine makes sense, after all, they sound similar, but they’re very different wines Vermentino is lighter bodied than Viognier, with white floral and mineral notes. Viognier is fuller bodied, lower acid, with stone fruit and floral notes. Both are medium alcohol and dry to off-dry in style. Here’s what you need […]
Petit Verdot vs Pinot Noir
Petit Verdot vs Pinot Noir is a good exercise because these are two very distinctive red wines. Petit Verdot has more color, tannin, and body than Pinot Noir. Petit Verdot is black-fruited. Pinot Noir has red fruit, higher acid, and a lighter body. TL;DR: If you like Pinot Noir’s easy-drinking, mellow tannin, and bright red […]
Albariño vs Sancerre
Characteristics Albariño Sancerre Hue Pale to medium lemon Pale to medium lemon Color White White Aromas Citrus, peach, apricot, saline Green apple, gooseberry, mineral, stone fruit Sweetness Dry Dry Acid High High Alcohol (%) 11-13.5% 12.5-14% Body Light to medium Medium Intensity Medium to pronounced Medium to Pronounced Key Growing Regions Spain (Rias Baixas), Portugal […]
Petit Verdot vs Petite Sirah
It makes sense to compare Petit Verdot vs Petite Sirah. These are two red wines you’ll come across as you get into wine. Petit Verdot has a signature floral note. Petite Sirah has pepper and licorice. Both are high alcohol, high tannin, full-bodied, deep red wines. TL;DR: If you enjoy Petit Verdot, you’re likely to […]
Chenin Blanc vs Gewürztraminer
I like the idea of a Chenin Blanc vs Gewürztraminer comparison. These are two very different white wines. Chenin Blanc has higher acid with pear and melon. Gewürztraminer has low acid with lychee, rose, and spice. Both can be dry to off-dry. Here’s what you need to know about Chenin Blanc vs Gewürztraminer wines. Chenin […]
Grüner Veltliner vs Chardonnay
Characteristics Grüner Veltliner Chardonnay Hue Pale lemon to greenish Pale lemon to deep golden Color White White Aromas White pepper, green apple, citrus Apple, pear, buttery, vanilla Sweetness Dry Dry to off-dry Acid High Medium to High Alcohol (%) 12-13% 13-15% Body Light to medium Medium to full Intensity Medium Medium to pronounced Key Growing […]
Merlot vs Zinfandel
When it comes to red wines, comparing Merlot vs Zinfandel makes sense. These are two widely available (and popular) red wines. Zinfandel is fuller-bodied with higher alcohol and tannin than Merlot. Zin has raisin notes. Merlot has a medium body, tannins, and alcohol, and plum notes. TL;DR: Zinfandel’s a bigger wine than Merlot. If you […]
Vermentino vs Chardonnay
Comparing Vermentino vs Chardonnay wine makes sense. These two white wines can seem similar. Vermentino is lighter bodied than Chardonnay, with white floral and mineral notes. Chardonnay is fuller bodied with a wider range of aromas. Both are medium alcohol and intensity. Here’s what you need to know about Vermentino vs Chardonnay. Vermentino Basics: Mediterranean […]
Vermentino vs Sauvignon Blanc
Comparing Vermentino vs Sauvignon Blanc wine makes sense. These two have a lot in common. Vermentino and Sauvignon Blanc are both crisp white wines with citrus notes. Sauvignon Blanc is more aromatic and higher acid than Vermentino. Sauvignon Blanc has a wider range of aromas and flavors. TL;DR: If you like Sauvignon Blanc, you’ll probably […]
Sagrantino vs Tannat: A Bold Red Showdown
Characteristics Sagrantino Tannat Hue Deep purple to inky black Dark purple to black Color Red Red Aromas Dark berries, black plum, tobacco, peopper, olive, floral notes Dark fruits, chocolate, black tea, licorice, smoke Tannins Very high Very high Acid Medium to high Medium Alcohol (%) 14-15.5% 13-15% Body Full Full Intensity Pronounced Pronounced Key Growing […]