Wines By Grape
Wine is usually made from one or more varieties of the European species, Vitis vinifera. When one of these varieties, such as Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, or Merlot, for example, is used as the predominant grape (usually defined by law as a minimum of 75 or 85%) the result is a varietal, as opposed to a blended wine. Blended wines are in no way inferior to varietal wines; indeed, some of the world`s most valued and expensive wines from the Bordeaux, Rioja or Tuscany regions, are a blend of several grape varieties of the same vintage.
Wine can also be made from other species or from hybrids, created by the genetic crossing of two species. Vitis labrusca, Vitis aestivalis, Vitis muscadinia, Vitis rupestris, Vitis rotundifolia and Vitis riparia are native North American grapes, usually grown for eating in fruit form or made into grape juice, jam, or jelly, but sometimes made into wine, eg. Concord wine (Vitis labrusca species). Although generally prohibited by law in traditional wine regions, hybrids are planted in substantial numbers in cool-climate viticultural areas.
Hybrids are not to be confused with the practice of grafting. Most of the world`s vineyards are planted with European vinifera vines that have been grafted onto North American species rootstock. This is common practice because North American grape species are resistant to phylloxera. Grafting is done in every wine-producing country of the World except for Chile and Argentina, which have yet to be exposed to the bug.
The variety of grape(s), aspect (direction of slope), elevation, and topography of the vineyard, type and chemistry of soil, the climate and seasonal conditions under which grapes are grown, the local yeast cultures altogether form the concept of ``terroir.`` The range of possibilities lead to great variety among wine products, which is extended by the fermentation, finishing, and aging processes. Many small producers use growing and production methods that preserve or accentuate the aroma and taste influences of their unique terroir.
However, flavor differences are not desirable for producers of mass-market table wine or other cheaper wines, where consistency is more important. These producers will try to minimize differences in sources of grapes and hide any hint of often-unremarkable ``terroirs``, or of climatically under-performing harvest years, by:
- blending harvests of various years and vineyards
- pasteurizing the grape juice in order to kill indigenous yeasts (to be replaced with ``choice`` cultivated yeasts)
- using flavor additives.
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In this categoryMoscato Sparkling Toso
Although medium dry this wine makes a delicious and refreshing drink. Richlya flavoured, powerful muscat with tropoical fruit flavours. It has quite a prickle on the tongue which is quite natural. And it is very low in alcohol: only 5. 5%. A good vin de terrace! [read on...]
A B V: 0% Vintage: -1 Color: Country: Italy Code: 47238
Muscat Bollenberg 2001 Bestheim
Muscat dAlsace is dry and very different to most other Muscats produced around the world, being much fuller and more powerful. Bollenberg is an area well suited to the Muscat vine. Fruity flora and perfurmed and richly Muscat. [read on...]
A B V: 12% Vintage: 2001 Color: Country: France Region: Alsace Code: 53754
Fonvene Blanc 2009
Fresh, youthful, fruity dry white which offers great value. [read on...]
A B V: 12% Vintage: 2009 Color: white Country: France Code: 74023
Moscato D Asti 1999
A super sweet Muscat sparkling wine which offers remarkable value, and is low in alcohol. Good bubble. [read on...]
A B V: 5.5% Vintage: 1999 Color: Country: Italy Region: Asti Code: 47272
Syrah Rosé Terre de Figuier 2007
This superior 'reserve' rose is produced from grapes grown on a slope that enjoys the influence of the mistral. Like all the Ardeche wines the grapes are from selected vineyard parcels from a restricted harvest. It has a cerise robe with red-violet depth, like the colour of figs, a floral bouquet of red fruits and an elegant subtle flavour with a crisp and fragrant finish. Serve as an aperitif, with barbecues, cold meats and poached salmon. [read on...]
A B V: 12% Vintage: 2007 Color: rose Country: France Region: Ardeche Code: 71669
Bacharacher Wolfshohle Riesling Kabinet 1992Mades
A sublime example of Kabinett quality from the top Wolfshohle vineyard in Bacharach, one of the very best wine regions in Germany. Delicate, fine just off dry with a touch a raisin in the flavour. [read on...]
A B V: 9% Vintage: 1992 Color: Country: Germany Region: Rhine Code: 2320
Chateau Camplazens, Garrigue La Clape 2001
La Garrigue reflects the unique characteristics of southern France with its earthy flavours and floral aromas. Like the moorlands from which La Garrigue is named, hints of rosemary and thyme give way to soft red plums and a smooth gentle finish. This very drinkable Syrah blend oairs well with grilled chicken and vegetables, casserols and hearty meat dishes. [read on...]
A B V: 13% Vintage: 2001 Color: Country: France Region: Languedoc Code: 58689
Mas la Pierre VDP Muscat Sec 06
In this wine Cave de Frontignon have suceeded in producing a delicious dry white wine from the fickle Muscat grape, and offers an attractive alternative to Muscat d'Alsace. Light delicately flavoured with notes of orange flavours and a touch of spice. Served chilled it can be drunk at any time though out the day. It makes an excellent aperitif before a meal. [read on...]
A B V: 13% Vintage: 2006 Color: white Country: France Region: Herault Code: 68107
Mirador Sauvignon Blanc 2007
Produced from grapes grown in the Casablanca Valley, a region ideally suited to the Sauvignoin grape. This wine is characterised with citric aromas mixed with notes of tropical fruits and herbs which follow on to the palate with hints of gooseberries and asparagus interlaced with acidity giving a fresh, balanced, structured and persistent flavour. [read on...]
A B V: 13% Vintage: 2007 Color: white Country: Chile Code: 70809
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