Hi lovelies,
There are hundreds of grape varieties, and most of them are used in winemaking. However, not all grape wines are equally cherished by wine lovers.
In this article, we have compiled a list of the most famous wine varietals in the US.
We won't waste any more of your time with some more jargon. So, let's get straight to the topic at hand.
White Wine Varietals
Chardonnay
Beginning our countdown with the most famous wine varietal in America, Chardonnay is a white wine. It may come as medium o full-bodied white wine, depending upon where it is grown.
The best Chardonnay is usually oaked and aged to give a buttery flavor.
Other variations may include crisp fruit flavors combined with citric aromas and spices.
Riesling
The flagship wine in Germany, Riesling, is initially grown in the Rhine Valley.
It is usually perceived as sweet and acidic with the first hint. But as the taste is developed, oenophiles can experience honey flavors and minerality.
Proudly paired with spicy Asian curries or fat-rich foods like pork, Riesling is undoubtedly the second-best suitable for all occasions.
Pinot Grigio
Typically Italian white wine - Pinot Grigio, can be best described as dry and refreshing.
The wine is usually light in color with hints of crispy fruits like apples and pear.
A common variation to the cultivation style producing floral aromas is usually known as Pinot Gris. And it is also equally popular across America.
Note: To enjoy the best combinations of all the wines, you can sign up for a wine subscription service and keep your cellar filled with the varietals all the time.
Red Wine Varietals
Cabernet Sauvignon
Also known as the gem of Napa Valley, this full-bodied red wine is often described as rich and robust.
It is typically aged in French oak barrels to give it dark fruity flavors and an earthy aroma.
Pair it with a juicy steak or any other red meat for perfect evening flavors.
Pinot Noir
A light medium-bodied red wine made out of grapes from colder climates, Pinot Noir, is a smooth and fruit-forward red wine.
Pinot Noir has the aroma of red fruits, such as cherry, and hints of spices and earthy tones.
It is best paired with wild game or veal.
Syrah
This bold and rich red wine has notes of dark fruits, pepper, and other spices.
It is also known as Shiraz in Australia and shares a much sweeter, jam-like flavor with its American counterpart.
However, both versions are rich in fruity flavors that perfectly blend with hearty and rich meat dishes, especially venison.
Most wineries or wine-serving outlets in America will have these wines, no matter what. However, there are many other great flavors and varietals beyond the list mentioned here.
It would be for the best if you can taste them all and then decide your flavors.
Every region, cultivation practice, and climatic condition has an influence on the final yield. This is also why wine is such a fascinating beverage globally.
