Old World Wines

The Old World designation refers to countries in Europe where modern winemaking techniques originated. These countries include France, Italy, Portugal, Spain, Germany, Hungary, Croatia, and England — all of which have had a major influence on the rest of the winemaking countries in the world.

Old World wines use grapes that are typically grown in cool temperate climates, giving it a lighter body, lower alcohol content and higher acidity. Flavour-wise, they are more earthy, mineral and floral. Striving to achieve balanced tannins and minerality as a compliment to the high acidity, these elements produce the satisfying freshness associated with popular old world red wines made from grapes like Sangiovese, Cabernet Franc, and Pinot Noir.