Mourvèdre – A Comprehensive Guide

Pronunciation: moor-VEHD-ruh Mourvèdre, also known as Monastrell or Mataro, is a red wine grape with its roots in Spain. It’s a versatile grape used in both blends and as a single varietal, showcasing robust, full-bodied dry red wines with complex flavors of dark fruits, earthiness, and spices. TL;DR: If you like bold, full-bodied red wine, […]

Petite Sirah: A Comprehensive Guide

Pronunciation: puh-TEET see-RAH or peh-TEET si-RAW Petite Sirah is a red wine grape that makes tannic, full-bodied red wines. It’s not the same as Syrah. The grape’s used as a blending partner to deepen the color of other wines. Pair Petite Sirah with rich stews and BBQ. Here’s what you need to know about Petite […]

Syrah: A Comprehensive Guide

Pronunciation: SEER-ah, SI-raw, or shih-RAHZ Syrah, also known as Shiraz in some regions, is a dark-skinned wine grape from the Rhône Valley, France. Now grown around the world it makes deep, black fruited red wines. Here’s what you need to know about Syrah wine. What Kind of Wine Is Syrah? Syrah is a full-bodied red […]

Grenache Blanc: A Comprehensive Guide

Grenache Blanc, also known as Garnacha Blanca, is a white wine varietal originating from Spain and now grown in various regions worldwide. With its distinctive flavor profile of juicy stone fruits, citrus, and herbal notes, Grenache Blanc offers a refreshing and versatile white wine experience.