Trebbiano is a white grape variety, one of the most widely planted in Italy and used in various regions for producing high-volume, crisp white wines. It is known for its high acidity and ability to produce neutral wines that are often blended or used in the production of balsamic vinegar.
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Tannat is a red grape variety known for its high tannin levels, originally from Southwest France but now also associated with Uruguay, where it has become the national grape. Tannat produces full-bodied, robust wines with dark fruit flavours and aging potential, often blended to soften its tannins.
Tokaji (or Tokay) refers to wines from the Tokaj region of Hungary, famous for its sweet Tokaji Aszú, made from botrytized (noble rot) grapes. These wines are celebrated for their complexity, sweetness, and acidity balance, offering flavours of apricot, honey, and spices, with a remarkable aging potential.
Tinta Roriz is the Portuguese name for the Tempranillo grape, widely planted in Portugal’s Douro Valley and used in the production of Port and table wines. It contributes structure and berry fruit flavours to blends, showcasing the grape’s versatility in different terroirs.
Tempranillo is a red grape variety native to Spain, forming the backbone of many of the country’s finest wines, including those from Rioja and Ribera del Duero. Known for its ability to age, Tempranillo produces wines with flavours of red fruits, tobacco, and leather, often aged in oak to add […]
Triage is the process of sorting grapes before winemaking, selecting the best quality fruit and removing underripe, overripe, or damaged berries. This step ensures only healthy, ripe grapes are used, crucial for producing high-quality wine by improving the overall quality of the harvest.
Terroir refers to the combination of factors including soil, climate, topography, and vineyard practices that give wine its unique character. Terroir is a key concept in the wine world, emphasizing the influence of geographic origin on wine flavour and quality, and contributing to the diversity of wine styles around the […]
Tartrates are crystalline deposits that can form in wine, composed of potassium bitartrate. Commonly seen on the bottom of corked wine bottles or as crystals in the wine, they are harmless and do not affect the wine’s quality. Tartrate stability can be enhanced through cold stabilization before bottling.
Syrah (Shiraz) is a dark-skinned grape variety used to produce powerful, full-bodied red wines. Known as Syrah in most of the world and Shiraz in Australia and South Africa, it exhibits flavours of dark fruits, pepper, and spices. The grape is versatile, producing a wide range of wine styles, from […]