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==Types of wines==
==Types of wines==
Wines, especially cheaper New World wines, are named after the varieties of [[grape]] that go into the production. Some of the most popular types are:
Wines in the Americas, Australia, South Africa and, in certain places, Germany, are typically named after the varieties of [[grape]] that go into the production. Some of the most popular types are:
:Chardonnay - a popular white wine produced worldwide.
:Chardonnay - a popular white wine produced worldwide; Chardonnay can be paired with different kinds of food.
:Merlot - a pleasant red wine with a mild flavor.
:Merlot - a pleasant, soft red wine with a mild flavor; it is one of the few red wines that can be drunk by itself, without food.
:Cabernet Sauvignon - originally a French variety, now a very popular Australian red wine.
:Cabernet Sauvignon - A very heavy, astringent wine that should ideally be served with fatty red meats; the classic pairing is with lamb.
:Gewurztraminer - sometimes called GWT or GTR for short. A [[German]] variety now produced worldwide.
:Gewurztraminer - sometimes called GWT or GTR for short. A [[German]] varietal now produced worldwide; it has a quirky flavor and goes well with Chinese food.
Other wines are named after the region
:Pinot Noir - a red wine commonly grown in Northern California; also used in most varieties of
[[Burgundy]].
:Reisling - a white wine grape commonly used in plonk, such as Piesporter or Liebfraumilch (commonly sold in the United States under the trade name ''Blue Nun'').
Other wines are named after the region in which they are produced.
:Rioja - traditional [[Spanish]] red wine.
:Rioja - traditional [[Spanish]] red wine.
:Bordeaux - traditional [[French]] red and white wines.
:Bordeaux - traditional [[French]] red and white wines.
:[[Burgundy]] - French red wine
Quality of Wines
Quality of Wines