More Than A Number

Several regions over the world produce wine today but there are a handful of them that are truly recognized for the best wine. Some of these regions incidentally produce the most wine too. Well, what do you expect… the best wines are always in demand, right?

Since the first stage of making wine is all about rearing grapes, experts say that the best conditions to grow them lie between 20 to 50 degrees Latitude, on both sides of the Equator. Any minute change in climate and soil conditions will cause a big difference in how the wine turns out.

The top eight wine growing regions are:

France – With a moderate climate, the Loire Valley is home to some of the best red and white wines that France is famous for. Without a doubt, France is number one, and has set standards for wine production everywhere.

Italy – Between Seana and Florence lies Chianti which has over 10,000 acres of vineyards, produces some of the finest red wines that is known the world over.

Northern California – The U.S also produces some of the finest wines in the region of the northern California, particularly in the Napa and Sonoma valley with over 200 family-owned vineyards.

Germany – Not only is Germany famous for its beer, but also produces wine in the Baden region that also is famous for growing the toughest kind of grapes such as Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris.

Australia – Surprisingly, this country produces most of the top wines such as Pinot Noir, Shiraz, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. Regions near Sydney as well as the Yarra valley also produce several sparkling wines.
Some of the other countries that are known for their high-quality wines are South Africa, Chile and Portugal.