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TYPES OF WINE

Learn more about grape varieties and benchmark wines, including their flavor profiles, common winemaking methods and much more.



Wine for Beginners

Explore the world of wine with this guide to the most common types.

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10 Best Pinot Noir Wines for 2026

Explore the best Pinot Noir wines for 2026, from fresh and lifted to classic and structured styles, with tasting notes and pairing ideas.

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10 Best Cabernet Sauvignon Wines for 2026

Discover the best Cabernet Sauvignon wines for 2026, selected for balance, structure, and drinkability. Ten standout bottles across classic and modern styles.

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10 Best Red Wines to Try in 2026

Looking for the best red wines to try in 2026? Explore 10 standout bottles, from bold, full-bodied reds to smooth, easy-drinking styles.

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10 Best Wines For Mulled Wine

Discover the best wine for mulled wine, including top red and white options that balance fruit, spice and warmth for cozy winter gatherings.

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Champagne vs. Prosecco

The two famous sparklers are both delicious, but they’re totally different.

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Cabernet Sauvignon Wine Guide: Discover Flavors, Pairings, and Best Picks

Learn about Cabernet Sauvignon wine, its key flavor profile, best food pairings, top regions, and recommended bottles curated by WSJ Wine experts.

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Sauvignon Blanc Wine Guide: Discover Flavors, Pairings and Our Top Picks

Learn about Sauvignon Blanc wine, its key flavor profile, best food pairings, top regions and recommended bottles curated by WSJ Wine experts.

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French Cabernet Sauvignon Guide

Discover the world of French Cabernet Sauvignon in this expert guide - covering history, regions, flavors and quintessential French food and wine pairings.

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Pinot Noir Wine Guide: Discover Flavors, Pairings & Best Picks

Discover Pinot Noir's elegant flavor profile, ideal food pairings, top regions like Burgundy and Oregon, and expert-recommended bottles curated by WSJ Wine.

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Your Guide to the Bordeaux Wine Region

Learn about Bordeaux’s subregions, famous wine styles, food pairings, and what makes Bordeaux wines world-renowned.

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Chardonnay Wine Guide: Flavors, Styles & Perfect Pairings

Discover the versatility of Chardonnay wine—from crisp unoaked to buttery, oaked styles. Learn about regional varieties and the best food pairings.

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American Cabernet Sauvignon Guide

Discover the best of USA wine with American Cabernet Sauvignon in this expert guide—covering history, regions, flavors and food pairings.

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The 13 Best Light Red Wines To Try

Discover over a dozen grape varieties that produce the perfect light red wines for spring and summer.

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Your Guide to the Burgundy Wine Region

Discover France's legendary Burgundy wine region. Learn about Pinot Noir and Chardonnay styles, top subregions and what makes Burgundy wines so special.

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Pinot Noir Wine Guide

Pinot Noir, the classic red Burgundy grape, makes some of the best-loved wines in the world.

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20 + Types of White Wine Everyone Should Know

Discover 20 essential white wines, from crisp and refreshing to rich and aromatic. A beginner-friendly guide to iconic styles from around the world.

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Our 10 Best Rosé Wines for Summer

Discover a lineup of pink wine picks to pour, swirl and sip this season

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How to Choose the Best Non-Alcoholic Wine (Without Sacrificing Taste)

Learn how to choose the best non-alcoholic wine by understanding taste, sugar content, labeling, and brands—so expectations match what’s in the glass.

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7 Types of Dessert Wine You Should Try in 2025

Discover seven must-try types of dessert wine and learn about their unique flavors and food pairings for truly indulgent experiences.

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Merlot Wine Guide

Velvety soft and bursting with dark fruit flavors, Merlot is one of Bordeaux’s most celebrated grape varieties.

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