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Jul 22, 2010, Merlot Wines

Merlot wines are quite popular and ubiquitous in the world of wine. While the grape is originally from Bordeaux, examples can be found from many other regions.

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Jul 22, 2010, Syrah Wines

Syrah wines have gained popularity and now come from many wine regions around the globe. Learn more about this grape variety which originated in the Rhone Valley of France.

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Jul 22, 2010, Cabernet Sauvignon Wines

Considered by some to be the king of wines, Cabernet Sauvignon wines are some of the most popular and widespread in the world.

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Jul 22, 2010, Pinot Noir Wine

From arguably the best grape variety on the planet, Pinot Noir wine is capable of breathtaking greatness, with all the complexity, nuance, subtlety and grace one could hope for.

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Jul 21, 2010, Grape Varieties

There are hundreds of grape varieties grown in the world, many of which are used to make wine. Learn more about some of the most popular types of grapes used to make the world's most famous wines.

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Jul 21, 2010, Sauvignon Blanc Wine

Sauvignon Blanc wine is produced in many areas around the globe but originates from France where several regions produce wines from this grape variety.

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Jul 21, 2010, Riesling Wine

Riesling wine is often misunderstood. Known for producing overly sweet wines in many new world wine regions, it really is best from its birthplace in Germany and Austria.

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Jul 21, 2010, Pinot Grigio Wine

Pinot Grigio wine is one of the most popular dry white wines today. Generally produced in Italy, these simple tasty wines have gained popularity as an inexpensive light white.

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Jul 21, 2010, Chardonnay Wine

The Chardonnay wine grape is one of the most famous and widely planted wine grapes in the world. It produces some of the best white wines from France and California along with many other regions.

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Jul 21, 2010, Chenin Blanc Wine

The most respected Chenin Blanc wine comes from various areas of the Loire Valley in France. Learn more about this grape variety and the wines it produces here.

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Jul 7, 2010, Piedmont Wines

Piedmont wines come from the north of Italy, in a region by the same name. While best known for their complex wines made from the Nebbiolo grape, there are several styles from various sub-regions.

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Jul 6, 2010, Tuscany Wine

The Tuscany wine region is a large region of Italy north of Rome on the west side of the country. It produces a vast amount of wine, some of which is among Italy's most famous and sought after.

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Jun 22, 2010, Rhone Wine Region

The Rhone wine region in France is a large area spanning from the south of Burgundy down to Provence, following the Rhône River. It produces a bevy of rich wines from several appellations.

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May 5, 2010, Champagne Wine Region

Champagne, produced in the Champagne wine region, is the king of sparkling wines! Learn more about it and Champagne wines here.

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May 4, 2010, Burgundy Wine Region

The Burgundy wine region is at once one of the most famous, the most simple and yet the most misunderstood, difficult to understand and frustrating. Learn more here.

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May 2, 2010, Bordeaux Wine Region

The Bordeaux wine region is probably the most well known wine producing region in France and its wines are some of the most famous anywhere.

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Apr 30, 2010, Amarone Wine

Amarone wine is one of the most intriguing, but also controversial, wines from Italy. Learn more about them here.

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Apr 27, 2010, Italian Wine Regions

Here is an introduction to Italian wine regions, covering the various regions and sub-regions that make various styles of wine.

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Apr 27, 2010, French Wine Regions

There are many French wine regions producing beautiful and diverse wines from around the country. Learn more about them here.

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Apr 27, 2010, Submit Your Wine Photo

Submit your favorite wine photo here! The best wine-related photos will be featured on our free newsletter.

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