Do you want to become more knowledgeable about your favorite drinks? Are you pursuing a beverage industry certification? This podcast is for anyone seeking fundamental knowledge about grape varieties, regions, producers, food and beverage pairing, proper service, and history. And it’s more than just wine - we’ll cover beer and spirits as well.
#4: Chardonnay. The Most Popular White Grape Variety on Earth
Chardonnay is the world’s most popular international white grape variety. Chardonnay is also a chameleon because it expresses itself differently depending on climate, terrain, and skilled manipulation during vinification.
#3: Cabernet Sauvignon: A bold red grape variety that defines Bordeaux’s Medoc and Napa Valley
If grape varieties had passports, then Cabernet Sauvignon would need extension pages. Originally from Bordeaux, this grape traveled the globe, from France to the US, Australia, South Africa, Italy, and Chile. Cabernet is famous as the base for some of the richest, most complex wines in the world. Its elevated acidity, tannins, and alcohol offer excellent aging potential.