Grape Varietals

Cabernet Franc is a black-skinned wine grape variety from France, however it is cultivated in the majority of wine producing nations around the world.

Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the most famous grape varieties on earth and is likewise found cultivated in countries all over it.

Carignan is a red grape variety that despite being of Spanish origin that is more commonly found in French wine. It widely planted throughout the western Mediterranean and around the globe.

Carménère is a red wine grape variety that was originally grown in Bordeaux, France. It was widely believed to have been extinct until it was rediscovered in Chile in the 1990s.

Catarratto is a white grape variety that is widely grown in Sicily, Italy and is one of the most widely planted grape varieties in the world.

Cereza is a pink-skinned, white Argentine wine grape variety that takes its name from the Spanish word for "cherry." It is mostly found in Argentina with some cultivation in Chile, and it produces deeply coloured white and rosé wines that are usually intended for early consumption.

Cesanese is an ancient red wine grape that originates from and is primarily grown in the Cesanese Comune area of the Lazio region around Rome. It is also grown in several other parts of Italy, notably in Tuscany and Umbria and is mostly used in the production of still red wines with bright f

Chambourcin is a red wine grape variety that is widely grown in the eastern United States, particularly in the Mid-Atlantic states. The grape is part of a rare group known as teinturier, meaning it has red flesh as well as skin, giving its wines a particularly deep colour.

Charbono is a red wine grape variety was historically grown in the Savoie region of France - where it is known as Douce Noir - but today is more widely planted in Argentina. There it is known as Bonarda and is the second most planted grape behind Malbec.

Chardonnay is a white wine grape variety that is widely grown in many wine regions across the world, including France, California, Australia, and Chile.

Chenin Blanc is a white wine grape originating from the Loire Valley in France. It is known for its versatility in producing a range of styles from dry to sweet, and is widely grown in South Africa, where it is known for its fruity character.

Cinsaut, also known as Cinsault in some regions, is a red wine grape variety originally from the Mediterranean region. It is known for its versatility and is used in making a wide range of wine styles, from light and fruity rosés to full-bodied and tannic red wines.

Cortese is a white grape variety that is native to and predominantly grown in the south-eastern regions of Piedmont in the provinces of Alessandria and Asti. It is most famously associated with the DOCG wines of Cortese di Gavi.

Corvina is a red wine grape variety that is widely grown in the Veneto region of north-eastern Italy and is an important component of several well-known Italian red wines, including Valpolicella and Bardolino.

Croatina is a red wine grape variety that is primarily grown in the Piedmont region of north-western Italy and is used to produce several red wine styles, including the robust, tannic red wines of the Colline Novaresi DOC.

Gaglioppo is a red wine grape variety that is primarily grown in the Calabria region of southern Italy and is one of the most important grape varieties in the region. It is used to produce a variety of red wine styles, including still, sparkling, and fortified wines.

Gamay is a red wine grape variety that is primarily grown in the Beaujolais region of France, but is also grown in other wine regions, including Switzerland, Canada, and the United States.

Garganega is a white wine grape variety that is primarily grown in the Veneto region of north-eastern Italy and is one of the main components of the well-known Italian white wine Soave.

Garnacha is a widely cultivated Spanish red grape noted for its bright red fruit flavors, moderate tannins, and subtle spice. It is used in both varietal wines and blends, demonstrating its adaptability and important role in Mediterranean viticulture.

Gewürztraminer is a white wine grape variety that is primarily grown in the Alsace region of north-eastern France, but is also grown in other wine regions around the world, including Germany, Austria, and the United States.

Glera is a white wine grape variety that is primarily grown in the Veneto region of north-eastern Italy and is the primary grape variety used to produce the sparkling wine Prosecco.

Graciano is a red wine grape variety that is primarily grown in the Rioja region of northern Spain and is used as a blending grape in several well-known Spanish red wines, including Rioja and Navarra.

Grechetto is a white wine grape variety that is primarily grown in central Italy, particularly in the Umbria and Lazio regions. It is used to produce a variety of white wine styles, including still, sparkling, and sweet wines, and is known for its crisp acidity and a range of fruit flavours.

Greco is a white wine grape variety that is primarily grown in southern Italy, particularly in the Campania region. It is used to produce a variety of white wine styles, including still, sparkling, and sweet wines, and is known for its crisp acidity and a range of fruit flavours.

Grenache is a red wine grape variety that is widely grown in the Southern Rhône region of France and is one of the most widely cultivated grape varieties in the world with plantings in Spain, Italy, California, and Australia.

Grillo is a white wine grape variety that is primarily grown in Sicily, Italy and is used to produce a variety of white wine styles, including still, sparkling, and sweet wines. It is known for its crisp acidity, high levels of fruitiness, and a range of floral and citrus flavours.

Grüner Veltliner is a white wine grape variety that is primarily grown in Austria and is one of the country's most widely planted grape varieties.

Tannat is a red wine grape variety that is indigenous to the South West France region. It is now widely grown in South America, particularly in Uruguay, where it is known for producing full-bodied and tannic red wines with high alcohol content.