Most wine is made with grapes, but they’re not like the ones you find in the grocery store.
Over 1,300 wine grape varieties used and believe it or not, roughly 100 of these varieties make up 75% of the world’s vineyards.
The most planted wine grape in the world is Cabernet Sauvignon:
Cabernet Sauvignon is a full-bodied red grape first heavily planted in the Bordeaux region. Today, it’s the most popular wine variety in the world!
Wine is more than just a drink; it’s a lifestyle, a survey into history, a gastronomic adventure, a study in farming, and a way to explore different cultures.
Did you know there are over 1300 types of wine out there, it’s better to start with just the basics. Some basic wines to try first are listed below:
| Common White Wines | Common Red Wines |
| Riesling Pinot Gris Sauvignon Blanc Chardonnay | Pinot Noir Zinfandel Syrah Cabernet Sauvignon |