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Similarities of Riesling & Pinot Grigio Riesling and Pinot Grigio are two of the most popular white wine varietals in the world. They are both great wines for pairing with food due to the versatility of their flavors.  Pinot Grigio … Read More

Similarities of Sauvignon Blanc & Pinot Grigio Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Grigio are both French varietals and are among the most famous white wines in the world.  They are light and crisp wines, best suited for growing in cool-climate regions. … Read More

Similarities of Sauvignon Blanc & Riesling Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling are both characterful and food-friendly white wines and are enjoyed all across the world. They are usually light-bodied, though they can both end up being slightly fuller, depending on where … Read More

Similarities of Pinot Noir & Syrah / Shiraz Pinot Noir and Syrah/Shiraz both originate from France. At home, they are known for being cool-climate grapes. Pinot Noir grows in the continental climate of Burgundy, and Syrah/Shiraz in the cooler, northern … Read More

Similarities of Chardonnay & Pinot Grigio Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio originated in the Burgundy region of France. Both wines have a bigger body compared to other types of white wine with smooth finishes. Aside from both wines being dry, medium … Read More

Similarities of Chardonnay & Sauvignon Blanc Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc are two of the most popular white wines in the world and can easily be found in both restaurants and stores that sell wine. Both originated in France and are … Read More

Similarities of Merlot & Syrah/Shiraz Merlot and Syrah/Shiraz are both French grapes that have become immensely popular outside of their home country. Syrah and Shiraz essentially refers to two different styles of wine, made from the same grape. Syrah is … Read More

Similarities of Merlot & Pinot Noir As far as French red wines go, Merlot and Pinot Noir are on the delicate side of the scale. Both varietals have become popular outside of France, particularly in California, but they can also … Read More

Similarities of Syrah & Shiraz Syrah and Shiraz are essentially two names given to the same red wine grape. The two wine styles share most of the same basic characteristics, so this article will focus on how to distinguish between … Read More

To begin with, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah both have their origins in the southern half of France. The red wine varietals have also enjoyed great success outside their home country.  Shiraz and Syrah are the same grape – Shiraz is … Read More