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The two systems can seen quite divergent but they are becoming more alike with passing time.
Those who are familiar with the wine growing regions can quickly match up the most common varieties with the region where they are grown.
Bordeaux is known for Cabernet, Merlot and Sauvignon Blanc.
Burgundy and Champagne find Chardonnay and Pinot Noir vineyards in their boundaries.
In the Rhone region Grenache, Syrah and many other grapes we see used here in California, such as Mourvedre and Viognier, make wines of that area.
Take the time to learn as much as you can about the connection between Old and New World wine traditions. See how they are coming closer together as we are more likely to designate single vineyard wines in the New World (an Old World tradition) and our friends in Europe produce more and more varietal named wines (Pinot Grigio or French Chardonnays).
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