Understanding Napa Valley’s top grapes and wine styles

Join Vanessa Conlin MW for an in-depth exploration of Napa Valley’s top grape varieties. Whether you discuss Napa Valley wines on a regular basis or are in the early stages of your wine journey, this session will help you understand the characteristics and differences between key grapes and the resulting signature wine styles.

This hour-long, instructor-led webinar includes an information-packed presentation with a focus on Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Zinfandel.

We start with a brief history of the rise of the top grape varieties and the key influences on the general wine styles. Each top grape variety is then covered in detail with interesting facts; the grape’s structural characteristics; natural aromas and flavours. It also includes information on how these wines develop in the vineyard and cellar and the general winemaking and styles found in Napa Valley today.