Happy Cinco de Mayo! It's May 5th, and in honor of the Mexican holiday that may actually be more important in the States than elsewhere, we're going to nevertheless look at Mexican and other Latin American flavors.
There are hundreds of wine types in the world, each with its own flavors and styles. Most people know about the popular varieties of wine - chardonnay, cabernet and merlot. It's time to expand your knowledge! Read though over 125 wine descriptions to learn about all of the wine varieties, and learn which might appeal to your palate. If you're interested in a wine type that's not listed here, feel free write me for more information.
Terminology in wine can be confusing, and sparkling wine is no exception. There are many different types of sparkling wine with names that often indicate in what part of the world the wine is grown. Sparkling wine is the broadest term for bubbly. You can find sparkling wines from Spain, France, Italy, Germany, the United States, Australia and even Africa. Sparkling wines include Champagne, Cava, Prosecco, and Sekt, among others. There is a common tendency to use the word âchampagneâ to refer to any type of bubbly, but the truth is that only sparkling wine produced in the Champagne region of France can carry this name.