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Wine styles for tasting practice

Use these regions and wine styles as a starting point for tasting practice and comparison.

France

Region focus

France

Use Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne and Loire wines to compare grape varieties, blends and production methods.

Notable styles

Bordeaux Blends
Burgundy Pinot Noir
Champagne
Loire Valley Whites
Italy

Region focus

Italy

Compare Barolo, Chianti Classico, Brunello di Montalcino and Prosecco to study differences in grape variety, region and wine style.

Notable styles

Barolo
Chianti Classico
Brunello di Montalcino
Prosecco
New World Regions

Region focus

New World Regions

Compare wines from the Americas, Australia and New Zealand, and consider how climate and winemaking affect their style.

Notable styles

Napa Cabernet
Australian Shiraz
New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc
Argentine Malbec

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