Vintage Date The vintage date indicates the year the grapes were harvested. In order for a wine label to carry a vintage date, 95% of the grapes used in production of the wine must have been harvested in that year. (Some years produce better grapes than others, primarily because of weather.) Wine without a vintage date is referred to as non-vintage or multi-vintage.
Varietal Designation This refers to the dominant grape used in the production of the wine. By law, at least 75% of that particular grape variety must be used and an appellation is also required.
Appellation of Origin The appellation indicates the region, state, or county where the majority of the grapes were grown.
Alcohol Content Alcohol content in wine is always stated by volume.
Brand Name The brand name is the name given to the particular line. It is not necessarily the name of the winery responsible for production. Many wineries offer several lines of wines.
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