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Similarities of Malbec & Cabernet Sauvignon Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon originally come from the southwest of France, but both varietals have become ubiquitous in stores worldwide, and have become strongly associated with particular New World locations. Both of these varietals … Read More

Similarities of Brunello & Chianti Brunello and Chianti are both region-specific Italian red wines, made from the Sangiovese grape. Brunello (Brunello di Montalcino is its full name) is always made from 100% Sangiovese, while regular Chianti can contain up to … Read More

Xinomavro is a red grape varietal, hailing from Greece. It’s one of the country’s better-known grapes and is also one of the most planted – Agiorgitiko pips it to the top spot in terms of hectares cultivated. The name essentially … Read More

Rioja is considered to be one of the kings of red wine and to create a memorable, all-encompassing experience, it should probably be paired with an equally kingly dish – whatever that phrase means to you. Rioja is created with … Read More

When people talk about “Burgundy wine”, 99% of the time they are talking about light-bodied red wine made from Pinot Noir. There is no other location on the planet that suits Pinot Noir as well as the province of Burgundy, … Read More

Along with the likes of Rioja, Bordeaux and Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Barolo is considered to be one of the best red wines in the world. It’s made from the Nebbiolo grape in the north of Italy and is famous … Read More

Barbaresco is a bold and dry red wine, made from the Nebbiolo grape in the northern Italian region of Piedmont. It is often represented as the younger brother of Barolo – which is made in a neighboring appellation. While Barbaresco … Read More

Similarities of Primitivo & Zinfandel Primitivo and Zinfandel are two names for the same grape, grown in Italy and the USA respectively. These two wines’ characteristics vary according to climate and producer, but for the most part, they are very … Read More

Grenache is not a wine that is well-known, as it is often overshadowed by the far more popular reds, like Pinot Noir and Merlot. However, Grenache is an important wine that is superb on its own, but also a key … Read More

Syrah and Petite Sirah. The similarity in the names could lead you to believe that these are the same type of wine, but you may be surprised to learn that these are two entirely different wines.  Similarities of Syrah & … Read More