The history of grape varieties – Episode 2 – Bordeaux (part 2/2)
This is the second episode of our saga dedicated to the history, genealogy and main characteristics of grape varieties. Today we conclude the historic grape varieties of Bordeaux with Petit Verdot and Semillon, as well as two that have almost disappeared from the vineyards: Malbec (or Cot) and Carménère . How do we identify grape varieties? There are three techniques used by specialists to determine the origin and kinship of a grape variety. The etymology. Understanding the source of the words that were given to a grape variety can give interesting clues. However,…