Choosing a wine is an adventure. Whether at the supermarket or at a restaurant table, you need to be prepared to
face a bewildering variety. The best way to prepare to enjoy this adventure, without panicking,
learning is to go little by little, all the peculiarities of his character alive, who is not so easily known.
Starting with the origins, it is good to know that the vine belongs to the genus Vitis, with about 30 different species. In Brazil,
cultivated species are classified into 3 groups: {European grapes Vitis vinifera), American grapes (Vitis labrusca
Vitis riparia and other species) and hybrid grapes (cross between European and American). These species born wines
whites, reds, rosés and also the green wine, champagne, timber, port, sherry, vermouth and many others.
The variety is endless, the vast and fascinating subject. Some basic knowledge, however, be sufficient to
ensure your peace of mind when a waiter put your face a long list of wines. Reds, whites and rosés can
be classified according to various criteria. Red wines can be light or full-bodied; whites can be sparkling or
quiet and still, there is nuance, "fizzy" or "cremant" which in Portuguese means sparkling. That is wine
sparkling, but not enough to be quiet.
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