---

Wine Styles

Different Grapes and production Methods create different wine Styles:

• Red Wine
• White Wine
• Rosé Wine

---

Wine Types

Different Grapes and production Methods create different wine Types:

• Still wine
• Sparkling Wine
• Dessert Wine
• Fortified Wine

---

Wine Names

Some wines are named after the region where they are produced, other wines are named after the grape used to make them.

Regional names emphasize place and tradition. Grape names focus on the specific flavor and characteristics of the grape.

---

Regional Names

Some wines are named after where they are produced (Bordeaux, Chianti, Champagne).

This is common in Old World wine regions (France, Italy, Spain) where the name emphasizes the characteristics of the area (region, soil, climate) and the winemaking traditions.

The grapes used are often dictated by regional regulations, and not listed on the label (Bordeaux wines may be a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc).

---

Grape Names

Some wines are named after the grape used to make them (Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir).

Most wines are named after the grape used to make them (Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir).

This is common in New World wine regions like USA, Australia and South Africa. The name highlights the grape, making it easier for consumers to identify what flavours to expect.