Varietal-specific glassware aims to enhance the drinking experience by focusing on wine characteristics like acidity, tannins, and aromas through design adjustments.
Rugged, Earthy and Crunchy: What Does 'Rustic' Mean in Wine?
Rustic wines are rugged, earthy, authentic, with higher acidity, robust tannins, and a raw charm, showcasing terroir over winemaking techniques.
Grapes That Wish They Were Pinot Noir
Alternative grape varieties share similar qualities to Pinot Noir like fine-grained tannic texture and elevated acidity.
Carignan and Cinsault are two grapes that exhibit Pinot-like characteristics and can be mistaken for Pinot Noir when tasted blind.