On Mon, 30 Aug 2004 14:01:20 GMT, Leo Bueno
> wrote:

>Which are the 12 "premium" varieties?
>
>I suspect the list includes:
> 1. Chardonnay
> 2. Riesling
> 3. Sauvignon Blanc
> 4. Pinot Gris/Grigio
> 5. Cabernet Sauvignon
> 6. Merlot
> 7. Syrah/Shiraz
> 8. Sangiovese

And, with the caveat that the list is not in order of priority:

9. Zinfandel
10. Pinot Noir
11. Tempranillo
12. Petit Syrah, Nebbiolo, Grenache, Cabernet
Franc, Muller-Thurgau, Sylvaner......

Nah, too tough to do. Too locality dependent. Too individual taste
focussed. Why not just enjoy?


Ed Rasimus
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