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.

Lacrima is a red wine grape variety that is primarily grown in the Marche region of central Italy. It is used to produce a variety of red wine styles, ranging from light and fruity to full-bodied and robust, and is prized for its unique flavour profile and delicate aromatics.

Lagrein is a red wine grape variety that is primarily grown in the Trentino-Alto Adige region of north-east Italy.

Lambrusco is a red wine grape variety that is primarily grown in the Emilia-Romagna region of northern Italy.

Sagrantino is a red wine grape variety that is grown primarily in the Umbria region of Italy, where it is used to produce highly tannic and deeply coloured wines.

Sangiovese is a red grape variety native to Italy and is the most widely-planted in the country. The grape is key to a number of blends but is particularly known for those made in Tuscany.

Sauvignon Blanc is a white wine grape variety that is grown in many wine regions around the world, from the Loire Valley in France to the Marlborough region in New Zealand.

Sauvignon Vert is a French white grape known for its fresh, citrusy, and grassy character. It produces light, refreshing wines with crisp acidity and subtle herbaceous notes, making it a versatile choice for both varietal wines and blends.

Schiava, also known as Trollinger in Germany, is a red wine grape variety that is mostly grown in the northern regions of Italy. The grape is believed to be of Slavic origin and has a wide range of synonyms that also include Grauvernatsch, Kleinvernatsch and Grossvernatsch.

Schioppettino is a red wine grape variety that is grown in the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region in north-eastern Italy.

Sémillon is a white wine grape variety that is widely grown in the Bordeaux region of France and other wine-producing regions such as Australia and California.

Seyval Blanc is a hybrid grape variety that is used to make white wine. It is a cross between Seibel 5279 and Seyve-Villard 15-189 and was developed in France in the early 20th century as a way to resist disease and cold temperatures.

Shesh i Bardhë is a red grape variety that is grown in Albania. It is a traditional grape in the country and is known for producing red wines with high tannin levels and moderate acidity.

An ancestor of Cabernet, Shesh i Zi is an autochthonic grape varietal grown in Albania, taking its name for the local term for "black field." The name is derived from the Shesh Hills where it is grown just outside of Tirana.