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Grape Varietals

Search a comprehensive selection of wine grape varieties at Wine Auctioneer. From classic noble grapes like Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay to rare regional gems, discover the origins, characteristics, and flavours that define the world’s finest wines.

 
 
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Red Grape Varietal

Lacrima

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.

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Lagrein

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

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Red Grape Varietal

Lambrusco

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

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Palomino

Palomino is a white grape grown mainly in Spain, best known for its role in sherry production in Jerez. It typically exhibits a neutral flavour profile with high acidity, making it ideal for oxidative aging and creating distinctive fortified wines.

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Pedro Ximénez

Pedro Ximénez is a white wine grape variety that is grown in the Andalusia region of Spain. It is most commonly used to produce a sweet, fortified wine of the same name, which is characterized by its rich, raisin flavour and thick, syrupy texture.

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Red Grape Varietal

Pelaverga

Pelaverga is a red wine grape variety that is grown in the Piedmont region of Italy. It is a minor variety, with limited plantings, but is known for producing light-bodied, spicy wines with bright acidity and a distinct, peppery character.

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White Grape Varietal

Petit Manseng

Petit Manseng is a white wine grape variety that is grown in the Southwest region of France, particularly in the Jurançon and Basque regions. It is known for producing sweet, high-acid wines with intense fruit flavours, and is often used in the production of dessert wines.

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Petit Rouge

Petit Rouge is a red Italian wine grape variety that is believed is indigenous to the Valle d'Aosta. Somewhat obscure, the grape is not cultivated in great numbers anywhere else, and is used for both blending and occasional production of varietal wines in its native region.

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Red Grape Varietal

Petit Verdot

Petit Verdot is a red wine grape variety that is grown in Bordeaux, France and in other wine regions around the world.

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White Grape Varietal

Petite Arvine

Petite Arvine is a white wine grape variety that is indigenous to the Valais region of Switzerland. It is known for producing highly aromatic wines with bright acidity and a distinctive minerality, and is often used in the production of white wine blends in its native Valais region.

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Petite Sirah

Petite Sirah, also known as Durif, is a red wine grape variety that is grown in California and other wine regions around the world.

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Pinot Auxerrois

Pinot Auxerrois is a white grape closely related to Pinot Gris. Known for its mild, fresh flavour and moderate acidity, it produces lighter, approachable wines. Often enjoyed both as a varietal and in blends, it offers a subtle alternative to more robust white varieties.

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Pinot Blanc

Pinot Blanc is a white wine grape variety that is grown in many wine regions around the world, including Alsace, Germany, and the Burgundy region of France.

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Pinot Grigio

Pinot Grigio is an Italian white grape known for producing light, crisp wines with citrus and green apple notes. Its refreshing profile and subtle floral hints make it a popular choice for easy-drinking, versatile white wines that reflect the grape's Italian heritage.

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Pinot Gris

Pinot Gris, also known as Pinot Grigio, is a white wine grape variety that is grown in many wine regions around the world, including the Alto Adige region of Italy and the Alsace region of France.

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Red Grape Varietal

Pinot Meunier

Pinot Meunier is a red wine grape variety that is grown in the Champagne region of France, where it is used primarily in the production of sparkling wines.

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Red Grape Varietal

Pinot Noir

Pinot Noir is a red wine grape variety that is grown in many wine regions around the world, including Burgundy, France and the Willamette Valley in Oregon.

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Red Grape Varietal

Pinotage

Pinotage is a red wine grape variety that is indigenous to South Africa.

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Primitivo

Primitivo is a red wine grape variety that is indigenous to Italy and is widely grown in the southern regions of Puglia and Calabria. In the United States it is known as Zinfandel where it is considered one of the signature wine grapes of California.

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Pugnitello

Pugnitello is an Italian red wine grape known for its role in regional blends. It contributes moderate tannins and spicy red fruit notes, adding complexity and character that reflect the local terroir and traditional winemaking practices.

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Red Grape Varietal

Sagrantino

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.

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Red Grape Varietal

Sangiovese

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.

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Sauvignon Blanc

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.

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Sauvignon Vert

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.

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Schiava

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.

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Red Grape Varietal

Schioppettino

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

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Sémillon

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.

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White Grape Varietal

Seyval Blanc

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.

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Red Grape Varietal

Shesh i Bardhë

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.

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Red Grape Varietal

Shesh i Zi

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. 

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Shiraz

Shiraz (also known as Syrah) is a red wine grape noted for its bold, spicy flavours and dark fruit character. Thriving in warm climates, it yields rich, full-bodied wines with hints of pepper and plum. Widely grown globally, it adapts well to various winemaking styles.

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Silvaner

Silvaner is a white grape variety grown primarily in Germany and Alsace. Valued for its subtle flavors and balanced acidity, it produces crisp wines with delicate notes of green apple, herbs, and earth, often reflecting the unique character of its terroir.

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