{"id":16334,"date":"2015-09-18T12:56:54","date_gmt":"2015-09-18T02:56:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/signaturecellars.com.au\/?p=16334"},"modified":"2026-08-25T17:57:25","modified_gmt":"2026-08-25T07:57:25","slug":"things-you-need-to-know-about-wine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/signaturecellars.com.au\/wine-blog\/2015\/09\/18\/things-you-need-to-know-about-wine\/","title":{"rendered":"Things You Need to Know About Wine"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you’re on a quest to find the perfect wine but are unsure where to begin, check out these 18 different grape varieties, commonly referred to as international varieties. They include light sweet white wines like Moscato<\/strong> <\/span>and Riesling<\/strong> <\/span>to deep dark red wines like Syrah<\/strong> <\/span>and Cabernet Sauvignon<\/strong><\/span>. Once you\u2019ve tried all 18, you\u2019ll actually have a pretty good handle on the entire range of wine. You\u2019ll also know more about your personal preferences and which wines will go in your personal cellar or collection.<\/p>\n\n\n

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9 Red Noble Grapes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Pinot Noir<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Grenache<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Merlot<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Sangiovese<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Nebbiolo<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. Tempranillo<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. Cabernet Sauvignon<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  8. Syrah<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  9. Malbec<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n

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    9 White Noble Grapes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    1. Pinot Grigio<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Riesling<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Sauvignon Blanc<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. Chenin Blanc<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    5. Moscato<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    6. Gewurztraminer<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    7. S\u00e9millon<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    8. Viognier<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    9. Chardonnay<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n

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      What Are the Most Popular Wine Regions?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Italy, France and Spain are the top three wine producing countries in the world however Australia is gaining an impressive reputation for its international contributions.<\/strong> <\/span>Over 100 unique grape varieties ensures that more than 30 million glasses of Australian wine are consumed worldwide every day. A majority of great Australian wines are produced in Hunter Valley, Barossa Valley, Margaret River and Yarra Valley.<\/p>\n\n\n

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      5 Basic Wine Characteristics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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      1. Sweetness<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. Acidity<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      3. Tannin<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      4. Fruit<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      5. Body<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n

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        Why Do Some Wines Taste More Tart Than Others?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        Some wines taste tart and the typical term for this is called acidity<\/strong><\/span>. Different wines have different subtlety of flavours and some wines will warm burn the back of your throat, which is the alcohol level. Finally, some wines leave a lingering bitter, dry taste in your mouth which is called tannin<\/strong><\/span>. Learn the basic wine characteristics so you can better describe what you like.<\/p>\n\n\n

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        How To Ask For Wine You Like<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        Now that you\u2019ve tried some wine and have opinions, how do you communicate to others what you like? Well, it helps to know what regions or varieties that you prefer, but it is easier if you are familiar with the descriptive language of wine. Remember, pay attention to what you\u2019re drinking and use those observations to make educated guesses to seek out new wine. The following terminology will give you a broader understanding of the qualities of good wine:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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