Red Wines

Red wine from the United States

Prohibition almost decimated the wine industry in the United States. In the 1960's winemakers took the step up into creating and producing quality driven wines. Wine growers in the United States blend old world and new world techniques to create their masterpieces. Over 90 percent of wine from the U.S. is grown in California. Oregon and Washington are also recognized for high quality wine production. Wine grown and bottled in the U.S. is labeled by varietal.

Red wine from France

Wine producing grapes were first planted in France over 2,700 years ago. Over the centuries, the French have learned which varietals grow best in each region of France and continually perfect their winemaking. Winemakers from around the world produce French-influenced wines because of their excellence. French wines are named after the places they are grown. They vary in body, personality and style. Each winemaker is individual in technique, terroir and yield.

Red wine from Italy

One of the greatest wine producing nations in the world, wine has always been an integral part of the culture in Italy. The indigenous varietals possess their own unique characteristics; these wines are crafted for their expression of fruit and terroir. Italian wines are elegant and complex reflecting the method and style of the winemaker.

Red wine from Spain

Spain has more than 4 million vineyard acres and is the third highest producer of wine in the world, succeeded only by Italy and France. Spanish reds are known to be full bodied, dry and have a high alcohol content. Spanish wines are also named for the area in which they are grown. The Rioja and Priorat regions produce Spain's highest accredited wines. Tempranillo is the most abundant grape grown in Spain and the primary varietal used to make most red wine in Spain. The Spanish also make use of other indigenous grapes (i.e. Garnacha, Mazuelo, & Graciano) to round out their wines.

Portugal

The bulk of Portugal's wine exporting is centered around Port wine. However many wonderful red wines produced from indigenous grapes are emerging into the world market. These wines boast great quality for excellent value.

South America

Chile and Argentina first entered the U.S. wine market with inexpensive versions of well known classic varietals. Over time, wine makers realized the true greatness of Argentina with Malbec. Argentina now makes beautiful wines from many varietals, but the Mendoza Valley and Malbec make a pefect pair for rich, deep, complex wines.

Other great wine regions

There are countless wine producing regions emerging in the new world. Varying in style, varietals, growing technique, terroir and character, we bring you a handful of exemplary wines from a few of these regions.