Shiraz Wine, The Down Under Wonder!
April 13, 2011 by admin
Filed under Featured, Red Wine Regions
Whether you call it Syrah or Shiraz, it is the same grape, different name. When your in Australia or South Africa, it is known as Shiraz. Go to France, the United States, Argentina or Chile, it is known as Syrah. Only about forty percent of all wine produced in Australia is Shiraz wine. It is [...]
Cabernet Franc From Vine to Plate
April 13, 2011 by admin
Filed under Red Wine Regions
Cabernet Franc is mainly found in France, more specifically, St. Emilion and the Loire Valley. It is one of the major red grape varieties. It is lighter than Cabernet Sauvignon making a bright pale red wine. Depending on the growing regions and style of wine the aromas can include earthy flavors, dry fruity flavors even [...]