Difference between revisions of "Guide to Wine"

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The type of wine depends on the type of grape.  Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, these are all different types of grape/vine varieties.  Knowing that is the first step.
 
The type of wine depends on the type of grape.  Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, these are all different types of grape/vine varieties.  Knowing that is the first step.
  
=Red=
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===Red Wines===
*Cabernet Sauvignon
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*Pinot Noir
  
*Chardonnay
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*Zinfandel
  
*Chianti
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*Cabernet
  
*Fortified Wine
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*Syrah
  
 
*Merlot
 
*Merlot
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*Cabernet Sauvignon
  
 
*Shiraz
 
*Shiraz
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*Chianti
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===White Wines===
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*Chardonnay
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*Brut
  
 
*Muscat
 
*Muscat
  
*Pinot Grigio/Noir
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*Pinot Grigio
  
 
*Riesling
 
*Riesling
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*Gewürztraminer
 
*Gewürztraminer
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===Fortified Wines===
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* Sherry
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* Port
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* Marsala
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* Madeira
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* Vermouth
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* Muscat

Revision as of 17:59, March 24, 2006

Wine says class. And often 12-13% alcohol by volume. Here’s some basic info for the next time you’re looking for a drink to complement your meal, trying to impress someone, or simply browsing ye old Spirit Shoppe for something new.

Types of Wine

The type of wine depends on the type of grape. Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, these are all different types of grape/vine varieties. Knowing that is the first step.

Red Wines

  • Pinot Noir
  • Zinfandel
  • Cabernet
  • Syrah
  • Merlot
  • Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Shiraz
  • Chianti

White Wines

  • Chardonnay
  • Brut
  • Muscat
  • Pinot Grigio
  • Riesling
  • White Zinfandel
  • Gewürztraminer

Fortified Wines

  • Sherry
  • Port
  • Marsala
  • Madeira
  • Vermouth
  • Muscat