Types of Wine + Kits to Try Them

Types of Wine

Today we are talking about the different types of wine and links to kits you can get to make your own. Wines are put into categories based on many factors, including production method, ingredients, the region they come from, and the type of grapes used. Wine is interesting because depending on which style of wine you are drinking, there are specific ways deemed best to do so. The shape of your glass, recommended serving temperatures, and foods to pair with wines are all things to keep in mind when sampling different types. There are nine categories of wine: sparkling, light red, medium red, bold red, rosé, light white, aromatic white, rich white, and dessert.

Sparkling wines are some of the most challenging wines to make. They originated in France and are basically what you’d think of when you think of champagne. We don't sell kits to make sparkling wine, but we do sell the yeast needed in the process.

Light red wines have low levels of tannin, the substance that makes your tongue feel dry, so they are a great red wine choice if you don’t like that feeling. Examples of light red wine include Pinot Noir and Gamay Noir. 

Medium red wines are known for being quite acidic. Examples of medium red wines include Merlot and Zinfandel.

Bold red wines have high levels of tannin and are robust in flavor. Examples of bold red wines include Syrah and Malbec.

Rosé is a unique wine because it is essentially wine that is dyed with red wine grapes. The most classic Rosés come from Southern France.

Light white wines are very popular, easy drinking wines. Examples of light white wines include Pinot Gris and Sauvignon Blanc.

Aromatic white wines can either be dry or sweet. Examples of aromatic white wines include Moscato and Riesling.

Rich white wines have a creamy taste. They are using made with special wine making techniques, like oak-aging. An example of a rich white wine is Chardonnay.

Dessert wines are wines with intense flavor and are usually very sweet. Examples of dessert wines include Port and Sauternais.

As you can see, there are so many different types of wine to experiment, taste, and enjoy! It's a little bit more complicated than just red vs. white, and once you experience the differences between all of the different styles, you will begin to appreciate wine in ways that you haven't before. If you're a seasoned veteran, think back to when you were first starting out. Which wines were your favorite? Do you still feel the same way after branching out?

We hope that this article helped you learn a little bit about each type of wine. Don't forget to check out the links to each kit to see if it is right for you and your wine making journey, or visit us at homebrewohio.com. 

Please reach out with any questions you have about wine and wine making on Facebook, Instagram, or send an email to courtney@homebrewohio.com. Thanks for reading.