Likely discovered in Burgundy in the late 19th century as a sport of Pinot Gris (itself a sport of Pinot Noir), Pinot Blanc is widely planted in central Europe. Sometimes confused with Chardonnay but often known for its full-bodied structure and more subtle aromas.
Mourvédre is Spain's second-leading red variety (after Grenache) and is also a popular variety in southern France, and has been grown in California since the 1870s. Mourvédre needs a very warm climate with long summers to fully ripen, when it does it can produce outstanding wines with good struct...
Introducing Villard Noir, the esteemed grapevine variety synonymous with crafting exceptional wines. Renowned for its rich, dark fruit flavors and robust tannins, Villard Noir grapes are the connoisseur's choice for producing full-bodied red wines of distinction. These vines thrive in diverse cli...
An old Bordeaux variety largely replaced by Merlot in France, but widely grown in Chile where vines planted as Merlot turned out to be Carmenère. Ripens later than Merlot but earlier than Cabernet Sauvignon.
