Types of Grapes

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Chardonnay is thedominant white grape ofthe great still wines of

Burgundy,

Chardonnay goes wellwith seafood such asCrab, Lobster, Oysters,and Shrimp and with fishincluding Red Snapper,Striped Bass, and Tuna.It has long been found inthe Champagne area ofnortheastern France.

Chardonnay


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Chenin Blanc originatedin Anjou, in the LoireValley of northwesternFrance.It is the most widely

planted white grapevariety in South Africa,where it is called Steen. Enjoy Chenin Blancwines with Clams,

Oysters, Mussels,Shrimp, Quiche, spicyMexican food andCamembert Cheese.


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Chasselas is perhaps the oldestknown cultivated grape variety.

It probably originated in AsiaMinor.

Chasselas wines accompany wellCheese Fondue and another Swissspecialty, Raclette, which isMelted Cheese, served over BoiledPotatoes with lots of ground Black

Pepper, accompanied by smallPickled Onions and Pickles


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Palomino originated in theAndalusia region of southernSpain. Spain is the majorproducer of Palomino grapes,

particularly in the Jerezregion.. It also produces a dry whitetable wine in southern Spainand Australia.

The classical accompanimentto dry sherry is Tapas, Spanishhors doeuvres includingShrimp, Lobster, and SpanishHam.


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Muscat de Frontignan isperhaps the oldest knowngrape variety. It is one of

several related varieties ofMuscat. It most likely originatedin Ancient Greece andexpanded into Italy and

France in Roman times.Muscat de Frontignan isgood with Clams, FriedSquid, or Mussels


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The white Pinot Gris grape isa variant of the red Pinot NoirPinot Gris probablyoriginated in the Burgundy

region of eastern France.Pinot Gris wines are yellow togolden with a low acid leveland a long, dry fruity palate.Enjoy dry Pinot Grigio wineswith Mussels, raw Oysters,Salmon, or spicy Chinesefood.


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Roussanne probablyoriginated in the Ctes duRhne and Isre Valley regionof eastern France

Roussanne grapes areconsidered quite difficult toraise.Try Roussanne-based wineswith Crab, Lobster, Turkey,Duck, and Ham.


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Sauvignon Blanc probablyoriginated in the Bordeauxregion of southwesternFrance

Largely because of itsacidity, Sauvignon Blanc isconsidered an excellentcompanion to foods of allkinds.Sauvignon Blanc goes well

with a wide variety of Fishand Seafood.


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Sylvaner probably originatedin Austria

Sylvaner is found throughout

Central Europe, Germany andthe Alsace region ofnortheastern region of FranceSylvaner may accompanyChoucroute (Sauerkraut),Salad, Onion Tart, or Seafood.


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Barbera is the second mostwidely grown red wine grapeof ItalyThe Barbera grape has a

dark ruby color, with highlevels of acid but moderateto low tannins.Barbera-based wines tend togo with Italian food such asAntipasto, Pasta with Tomato

or Vegetable Sauce, andPizza.


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Cabernet Franc was known inthe Bordeaux region ofsouthwestern FranceCabernet Franc grapes ripen

earlier and their vines survivecold winters better.Cabernet Franc-based winesare often enjoyed with Pats,Couscous, Pork Chops, and

Rabbit.


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Cabernet Sauvignon comes from thered Cabernet Franc grape and thewhite Sauvignon Blanc Cabernet Sauvignon originated inthe Mdoc and Graves areas in theBordeaux region of southwestern

France.Cabernet Sauvignon strong tannins,high acidity, and powerful flavors,usually black currant.Cabernet Sauvignon accompanies avariety of meat such as Pheasant(Chilean Cabernet Sauvignon inparticular), Leg of Lamb (CalifornianCabernet Sauvignon in particular),Hamburger, and Steak.


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Carignan originated in Spainprobably near the town ofCariena in Aragon.Carignan adds characteristics

such as body, color, fruitiness,and length.A good Carignan canaccompany grilled meat,Poultry, Rabbit, and Sausage.


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Gamay probably originated inDalmatia in the formerYugoslaviaGamay produces a high acid,

low tannin, light colored,fruity red wine.Enjoy Gamay wines withAppetizers, Cheese such asEmmenthaler, Greek Feta,Muenster, Pasta with

Vegetables, Pat, Curried Fishor Chicken, and spicy Mexicanfood.


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It is believed that Merlotoriginated in the Bordeauxregion of southwesternFrance.

It usually has a medium redcolor, and is medium bodied,soft, and round. Merlot isgenerally enjoyed young.Merlot goes well withCouscous, Mousakka, spicy

Chinese food, and Tuna. Dontwaste a Chateau Petrus onMousakka or canned Tuna.


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Grenache originated in Spain,where it is called Garnacha,

Grenache produces fortifiedsweet wines known as vinsdoux naturels in the Banyulsdistrict of the Roussillon regionin southern France.Grenache-based wines arepopular with Lamb, Pork, Veal,

Eggplant, and Red Snapper.


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Pinot Meunier is a mutationof Pinot Noir. It comes fromnorthern France. It grows mostly in the

Champagne region ofnortheastern France.. Pinot Meunier grapes aremore acidic thanPinot Noirs,but are less colored with lowertannins.Enjoy still Pinot Meunier wineswith Roast Lamb, Mu Shu Pork,Barbequed meat, and BlueCheese.


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Malbec probably originatedin southwestern France. Malbec wines maturequickly and are best

consumed young.Try an Argentine Malbec withLeg of Lamb, Roast Chicken,or Roast Beef. Try a Malbec-based Bordeaux with largeGame, Beef Stew, Duck or

Goose.


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Nebbiolo occurs mostoften in the Piedmontregion of northwesternItaly. Its juice is high in acid,

alcohol, and tannincontent.Nebbiolo can develop intosparkling or still dry orsweet red wines.

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