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Wine Guide

Wine Guide

Discover, understand, enjoy

50 stories about grapes, regions and the right moment in the glass – curated by the buonvino team.

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Grape Varieties
11
Regions
14
Pairings
12
Knowledge
Grape

Grape portraits

Character, origin and our recommendations — from the velvety world grape to the noble diva.
Ticino Merlot
Grape
Ticino Merlot
The pride of Switzerland’s sunny south: history, style and our Ticino Merlots.
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Primitivo
Grape
Primitivo
Puglia's child of the sun: origin, character and our best recommendations.
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Cabernet Sauvignon
Grape
Cabernet Sauvignon
The king of grapes: origin, character and great recommendations from around the world.
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Merlot
Grape
Merlot
The velvety grape – from Bordeaux to Ticino.
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Chardonnay
Grape
Chardonnay
The chameleon of whites, from Burgundy to the New World.
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Pinot Noir / Blauburgunder
Grape
Pinot Noir / Blauburgunder
The noble diva – Burgundy and Switzerland.
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Sauvignon Blanc
Grape
Sauvignon Blanc
Crisp and aromatic – from the Loire to South Africa.
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Pinot Grigio / Pinot Gris
Grape
Pinot Grigio / Pinot Gris
Light and fresh – one grape, two styles.
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Pinot Blanc / Weissburgunder
Grape
Pinot Blanc / Weissburgunder
The elegant, understated alpine white.
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Grüner Veltliner
Grape
Grüner Veltliner
Austria's spicy, fresh star white.
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Syrah / Shiraz
Grape
Syrah / Shiraz
Powerful and peppery – from the Rhône to the world.
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Sangiovese
Grape
Sangiovese
The juicy heart of Tuscany.
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Nebbiolo
Grape
Nebbiolo
The king grape behind Barolo and Barbaresco.
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Region

Countries & regions

A wine journey through the great terroirs — from Tuscany to the sunny Cape.
Tuscany
Region
Tuscany
A wine journey through Chianti, Brunello and Bolgheri – the paradise of Sangiovese.
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Valais
Region
Valais
Switzerland's wine region with indigenous treasures: Heida, Petite Arvine and Cornalin.
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Bordeaux
Region
Bordeaux
Left Bank and Right Bank: the benchmark of reds.
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Piedmont
Region
Piedmont
Barolo, Barbaresco and the majestic nebbiolo.
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Apulia
Region
Apulia
Sunny reds: Primitivo and Negroamaro from Salento.
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Sicily
Region
Sicily
Nero d'Avola, Etna and volcanic power.
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Rioja
Region
Rioja
Spain's classic: Tempranillo, Crianza and Reserva.
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South Africa
Region
South Africa
Stellenbosch, Pinotage and Cape wines.
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Champagne
Region
Champagne
The region of the noblest sparkling wine.
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Veneto
Region
Veneto
From Valpolicella to mighty Amarone.
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Burgundy
Region
Burgundy
Chablis, Côte de Beaune and great Burgundies.
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Pleasure

Enjoy & pair

The right wine for the right moment — pairing guides for the table, apéro and any occasion.
Wine for Fondue & Raclette
Pleasure
Wine for Fondue & Raclette
Which wine pairs with melted cheese? Fresh Valais whites and light reds.
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Wine for Grilling
Pleasure
Wine for Grilling
Bold reds for the barbecue: Primitivo, Malbec and Amarone for steak, lamb and ribs.
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Wine with Fish
Pleasure
Wine with Fish
Fresh white wines for every course: Petite Arvine, Lugana and Sancerre for trout, seafood and sushi.
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Wine for the Apéritif
Pleasure
Wine for the Apéritif
Prosecco, dry rosé and light whites – the perfect companions for antipasti and finger food.
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Wine as a Gift
Pleasure
Wine as a Gift
Champagne, magnum bottles and fine classics like Barolo and Amarone for every occasion.
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Sparkling wine & champagne for the apéro
Pleasure
Sparkling wine & champagne for the apéro
From prosecco to champagne – open the evening in style.
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Wine & cheese
Pleasure
Wine & cheese
The pairing guide to the table's dream couple.
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Rosé wine
Pleasure
Rosé wine
Fresh and summery – from Provence to Ticino.
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Dessert wines
Pleasure
Dessert wines
Passito, Recioto and sweet specialities.
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Wine & chocolate
Pleasure
Wine & chocolate
The perfect pairing with dark chocolate.
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Wine & game
Pleasure
Wine & game
Powerful reds for the game season.
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Wine & sushi
Pleasure
Wine & sushi
Fresh pairings for Japanese cuisine.
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Wine & pasta
Pleasure
Wine & pasta
The right wine for every sauce.
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Wine & tapas
Pleasure
Wine & tapas
Rioja, Cava and rosé for the tapas table.
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Knowledge

Knowledge & history

From decanting to serving temperature — background that deepens the pleasure.
The Story of Amarone
Knowledge
The Story of Amarone
How dried grapes became a Venetian legend through appassimento.
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The Story of Champagne
Knowledge
The Story of Champagne
From abbey wine to luxury: Dom Pérignon, the méthode champenoise and great houses.
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Decanting Wine
Knowledge
Decanting Wine
When, why and how to let wine breathe – with practical tips.
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Serving Temperature
Knowledge
Serving Temperature
How every wine tastes its best: guidelines for red, white and sparkling.
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Wine storage
Knowledge
Wine storage
Temperature, light and position – ageing wine right.
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Recognising wine faults
Knowledge
Recognising wine faults
Cork, oxidation & co. simply explained.
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Wine glass guide
Knowledge
Wine glass guide
The right glass for every wine.
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Organic & natural wine
Knowledge
Organic & natural wine
Sustainable enjoyment, clearly explained.
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Magnum & large formats
Knowledge
Magnum & large formats
Why big bottles age better.
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Understanding vintages
Knowledge
Understanding vintages
Why the harvest year matters.
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Tasting wine
Knowledge
Tasting wine
See, smell, taste like a pro.
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Understanding tannins
Knowledge
Understanding tannins
The backbone of red wine explained.
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