Red Wine

Deep, inky, and unapologetically bold, Petit Verdot is a grape that brings structure, color, and intensity wherever it goes. Long known as one of Bordeaux’s classic blending grapes, Petit Verdot has stepped out from the shadows in recent decades, earning recognition as a varietal wine in its own right. Powerful yet polished, it’s the grape…

Rich, perfumed, and full of soul, Touriga Nacional is Portugal’s crown jewel — a grape that defines the character and heart of Portuguese red wine. Best known as the backbone of Port, it also produces remarkable dry wines that combine structure, intensity, and aromatic elegance. Touriga Nacional is a grape of contrasts — both muscular…

Dark, brooding, and deeply aromatic, Mourvèdre (known as Monastrell in Spain and Mataro in Australia) is one of the Mediterranean’s oldest and most characterful red grapes. With its rich, savory flavors and firm structure, Mourvèdre stands as both a blending cornerstone and a captivating varietal in its own right. It’s a wine of warmth and…

Rich, aromatic, and deeply expressive, Carménère is one of the wine world’s great rediscoveries. Once lost for over a century, this grape — with its signature dark fruit, spice, and herbal charm — has found new life far from its French homeland. Today, Carménère stands as Chile’s signature red wine, embodying both the mystery of…

Smooth, vibrant, and effortlessly charming, Barbera is one of Italy’s most beloved red wines — prized for its bright acidity, supple texture, and easygoing personality. Often overshadowed by the more famous Nebbiolo, Barbera quietly captures the soul of Piedmont’s vineyards, offering a wine that’s both approachable and deeply satisfying. It’s the wine Italians drink at…

Among Italy’s most revered and enigmatic red wines, Nebbiolo stands at the pinnacle of tradition, complexity, and grace. Best known as the grape behind the legendary Barolo and Barbaresco, Nebbiolo produces wines that combine ethereal perfume with commanding structure. With its pale hue, firm tannins, and haunting aromas of rose, tar, and cherry, Nebbiolo is…

Elegant, aromatic, and full of quiet strength, Cabernet Franc is one of the world’s great red wine grapes — often celebrated as the refined parent of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Carmenère. Known for its perfumed bouquet, silky texture, and distinctive herbal character, Cabernet Franc shines both as a blending partner and as a standalone varietal….

Few grapes capture the heart of Italian winemaking quite like Sangiovese. Known for its lively acidity, cherry-driven flavor, and rustic charm, this noble varietal is the beating heart of Tuscany and the foundation of many of Italy’s most iconic wines. From the rolling hills of Chianti to the historic estates of Montalcino, Sangiovese reflects both…

Few grapes tell a more fascinating story than Zinfandel and Primitivo — two names for the same variety that found fame on opposite sides of the world. Known for its jammy fruit, spicy warmth, and generous body, Zinfandel is a quintessentially American red. Yet its roots reach back centuries to southern Italy, where the same…

Few grapes embody sunshine quite like Grenache — or Garnacha, as it’s known in Spain. With its bright fruit, silky texture, and warm, spicy character, this Mediterranean classic is a celebration of generosity and joy. Often used in blends but equally compelling on its own, Grenache produces wines that are approachable, full of personality, and…