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Grapes

What each grape tastes like, where it grows, how long it keeps and what to eat with it.

A glass of golden Chardonnay next to an oak barrel in low light Grapes Chardonnay: oaked vs unoaked, and how long it keeps Oaked Chardonnay tastes of butter, vanilla and toast. Unoaked is crisp and citrusy. Here is how to tell them apart, how long each keeps and what to eat. · 3 min read A glass of pale ruby Pinot Noir beside a bunch of dark grapes in low light Grapes Pinot Noir: why it's hard to grow and where to find value Pinot Noir is light, perfumed and notoriously fussy to grow. What it tastes like, where the best comes from, how long it ages and where to find good value. · 4 min read A deep purple glass of Cabernet Sauvignon beside a dusty bottle in a dark cellar Grapes Cabernet Sauvignon: how long to age it before opening Everyday Cabernet Sauvignon is ready on release. Good Napa and Bordeaux need 8-15 years. What it tastes like, how long to wait, and what to serve with it. · 3 min read