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.
The most famous types of wines are red and white wines, followed by rosÃ© and sparkling wines. There are other wine specialties around the world, such as the Portuguese Port Wine, a very rich flavor, often used by chefs in their signature dishes. A glass of wine is classy, but can also fit any occasion.
The Taste Differences in Red Wines. The three major classic red wines produced in the world are: cabernet sauvignon, merlot and pinot noir, each with its own flavor characteristics. Zinfandel and shiraz, two other red wines, gained popularity during the last 20 years.