5 Styles of Wine

All wines can be categorized into five main styles. Within each group, there are hundreds of different grape varieties with different winemaking styles.

  1. Red
  2. White
  3. Rose
  4. Sparkling
  5. Fortified

Wine Regions & Grapes

COUNTRY
GRAPES
Argentina
Malbec, Bonarda
Australia
Shiraz, Chardonnay
Chile
Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc
France
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Pinot Noir, Grenache, Syrah, Viognier, Chardonnay
Germany
Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Sylvaner
Italy
Sangiovese, Nebbiolo, Barbera, Moscato, Pinot Grigio
New Zealand
Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir
South Africa
Pinotage, Chenin Blanc
Spain
Tempranillo, Albarino, Garnacha, Palomino
United States
Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Merlot, Zinfandel