Varietals are the Spice of Wine
Varietal is a term used in viticulture and the wine industry to refer to a wine made primarily from a single grape variety. In the US this means that at least 75% of the grapes used to make the wine come from a single grape variety, with the remaining 25% being other grapes allowed in […]
Vintage – The Magic of the Year
Vintage refers to the year in which the grapes used to make a wine were harvested. It is an important term in the wine world as it can affect the quality, style, and value of a wine. The vintage of a wine is the year the grapes were picked to make the wine, not the […]
Xarel·lo – The Backbone of Your Favorite Cava
Xarel·lo is a white grape varietal that is primarily grown in Catalonia, Spain, where it is used to make still and sparkling wines. It is one of the three main grape varietals used in the production of Cava, the famous sparkling wine of Spain. Xarel·lo is a late ripening grape that is highly valued for […]
Xinomavro – A High-Maintenance Grape With a Big Personality
Xinomavro is a red wine grape variety that is indigenous to Greece, particularly in the northern regions of Naoussa, Amynteo, and Goumenissa. It is known for producing wines that are high in tannins, acidity, and have complex flavor profiles. Xinomavro is a Greek grape variety that is widely considered to be one of the country’s […]
Yeast – It Makes Wine Possible
Yeast is a microorganism that plays a crucial role in the winemaking process. It is responsible for the conversion of grape juice into wine, consuming the sugars and producing alcohol and carbon dioxide. Yeast also contributes to the flavor, aroma, and texture of wine, and different strains of yeast can produce unique characteristics in the […]