Grape Varieties

Meet the major grapes and learn to recognize each one by its structure and aroma signature.

How Grapes Shape Wine

Variety sets the baseline — place and winemaking do the rest.

Classic Red Grapes

The international reds and their signatures.

Italian & Iberian Reds

Savory, food-friendly reds of Italy, Spain, and Portugal.

Classic White Grapes

The benchmark whites, from lean to lush.

Aromatic & Textural Whites

Whites prized for perfume or texture.

How to Recognize Grape Signatures

Combining clues to narrow down what’s in the glass.