Introduction to Wine Regions
The world's key wine regions, including Bordeaux and Burgundy in France, Napa Valley in the USA, Tuscany in Italy, Rioja in Spain, Mendoza in Argentina, Marlborough in New Zealand, Barossa Valley in Australia, Alsace in France, and Willamette Valley in the USA, are renowned for their unique terroirs and distinct wine styles.
Basic Wine Region - FRANCE
Explore the wine regions of France, including Bordeaux and Champagne, currently the world’s largest producer of Cabernet Sauvignon and arguably the origins of modern-day winemaking.
Basic Wine Region - ITALY
Explore a legendary wine producing country in Italy, growing on more than 1.7 million acres, producing a staggering amount of diverse wine styles. Italy is known for Chianti, Prosecco, Valpolicella and more.
Basic Wine Region - SPAIN
Spain enjoys a fascinating and diverse landscape, with both Atlantic and Mediterranean coasts, dry plateaus, and the Pyrenees mountains. Every one of Spain’s regions produce wine, including Cava, Rioja, and Sherry.
Basic Wine Region - PORTUGAL
Dig into the Southern European wine cornerstone of Portugal, with a temperate climate producing a solid range of terroir. Portugal is notable for its Port and Madeira, and the famous red wines from Douro Valley.
Basic Wine Region - GERMANY
Learn about German wines, a winemaking country known the world over for its Riesling. Over 250,000 acres of vineyards stretch across 13 subregions currently growing Riesling, Pinot Blanc, and Pinot Gris.
Basic Wine Region - AUSTRALIA
Uncover the vast winemaking landscape of Australia, with nearly 340,000 acres of planted vineyards, producing award winning Shiraz unlike anywhere else on earth.
Basic Wine Region - NEW ZEALAND
Learn about the hidden gem of the South Pacific. New Zealand has 10 wine regions spread across the main islands, producing noteworthy Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir wines.
Basic Wine Region - ARGENTINA
Learn about one of the biggest producers of wine in the world, with a unique environment combining the elements of the tropical, deserts, and high-altitude. Argentina is notable for its Malbec wines that have received critical acclaim.
Basic Wine Region - CHILE
Explore Chile, one of South America’s most significant wine producers, and possessing a vast range of wine styles grown in a surprising range of terroir for such a small country. Primarily growing Chardonnay and Syrah.
Basic Wine Region - USA
The United States has a short history in winemaking when compared to many other big names, but it’s made up for its youth with vigor. The U.S. is 4th worldwide for wine production, and every state has some wineries. Best known for Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon.