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Types of Wine - Information about Cabernet, Chardonnay, Bordeaux
and Burgandy!
Four very well loved wines are easy to buy both online and at a
good quality wine shop. The types of wine below, offer you
information about Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Bordeaux and Burgandy.
Hopefully, this brief resource will enable you to get a more clear
picture about these wines. The next step is to start tasting!
Cabernet
Cabernet Sauvignon draws its name from the variety of grapes used
to produce the wine, a practice common in such countries as US,
Australia, New Zealand, South America, South Africa and the Alsace
region of France. Other wines may be named by region or country
of origin, such as the California Chablis.
This rich, medium to full-bodied wine when titled cabernet sauvignon,
is made purely from the grape of the same name, a sophisticated
product of the Medoc region of France. The difference between Cabernet
and Cabernet Sauvignon, is that the Cabernet is primarily the original
grape, but has been blended with other varieties to produce subtle
and enticing variations of the deep, berry flavor with its distinct
hint of herbs.
While it is generally agreed that a cabernet or a cabernet sauvignon
can be opened as early as two years after the making, a true wine
connoisseur will opt for a vintage that has been gently aged for
a much longer time, absorbing some of the flavor of the oak barrel.
Chardonnay
Chardonnay is a favorite among wine consumers because of the wide
range of flavors that it can come in. Chardonnay is also generally
considered to be affordable. A delightful bottle of Chardonnay can
be as little as $10.00 or even less.
Chardonnay is made from its own grape of the same name. It is a
clean, tasteful grape that grows well in California, Australia,
South Africa and certain regions of France. The grape is one of
the easiest to grow and remains quite popular among vintners.
Chardonnay can taste anywhere from smooth and sweet to sour. The
texture can also range from heavy to light. The climate of where
the grapes are grown and the preparation process affects the flavor
of the beverage. Most flavors seem to resemble a fruit like lemon,
apple, peach, lime or melon.
Bourdeaux
Choosing a good bottle of red Bordeaux is no easy task for a novice.
First step is to demystify the wine label which includes possible
classification, appellation, name, proprietor, vintage, produce
of France and if it is Chateau bottled. Undoubtedly, you will need
to buy a good book on French wines to gain more knowledge on this
topic as it is quite complex.
While a good book on red wine is the way to go, heading to a reputable
wine shop with knowledgeable staff and possibly with offered wine
tasting will give you an opportunity to discover what you like.
Buy Bordeaux according to your price range and how soon you plan
to drink the wine. There are excellent value wines ready to consume
right away. Or you may choose to buy a Gran Crus Classe bottle of
Bordeaux from one of the great Chateaux to be aged.
Try the regional version of the wine or simple Appellation Bordeaux
Controlee for great wines at reasonable prices. If you strike it
rich, try Chateau Lafite-Rothschild or Chateau Haut-Brion.
Burgandy
Burgandy is a location in eastern France just below Paris that
is widely known for the number and varieties of wine it produces.
In fact, so many of the most popular types of wines are produced
in this region, many people view Burgundy as an area divided by
vineyards. If someone makes a reference to an area in Burgundy,
it is usually by wine!
A number of the most widely known and best-selling wines are produced
in Burgundy. If you're looking to visit fine wineries that produce
varieties including Chablis, Macon, Beaujolais, Cote d'Or, and Cote
de Beaune, Burgundy is your destination.
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