Grape Varietals

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

Picolit is a rare white grape variety from Friuli-Venezia Giulia in north-eastern Italy, traditionally used to produce sweet dessert wines. Known for its low yields due to poor fruit set, it offers delicate aromas, balanced sweetness, and flavours of apricot, honey, and flowers.

Picpoul, also known as Piquepoul, is a white grape variety primarily grown in southern France, especially in the Languedoc. Best known from the Picpoul de Pinet AOC, it produces crisp, high-acid wines with citrus and floral notes, often paired with seafood.

Pink Muscat, also known as Muscat à Petits Grains Roses, is a variant of the Muscat family characterized by its pink-skinned berries. It is used to produce aromatic wines with floral and fruity notes, often in sweet or sparkling styles, and thrives in warm climates.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Pinotage is a red wine grape variety that was created in South Africa by Dr. Abraham Perold in 1925.

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.

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.

Saorin is a rare white grape variety from Italy’s Veneto region, known for its fresh, aromatic profile with notes of citrus and stone fruit. Often used in blends, it contributes to wines such as Bianco Secco, particularly at estates like Quintarelli.

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.