Now this is a bit of fun. A whole host of grape varieties go into this red blend, from typical Tempranillo, to Garnacha and Cabernet Sauvignon - to name a few. Plenty of primary fruit character presents itself from top to bottom here, with ripe blackcurrant and red cherry notes dominating.

Origin: Nobody really knows, the tradition of blending dates back millennia to when grape varieties were co-planted together. Mainly Grown In: All over the world! Key Facts: Blended wines are nothing new to many of us, they could be red, white, rosé or sparkling, the fact of the matter is, if you’ve drunk wine before, the chances are that you’ve had a blended wine. Simply put, this is a blend of more than one grape variety. Whilst this might not actually be a grape variety in its own right, it is important to highlight some of the world’s most famous blended wines and regions. We start with Bordeaux, an area in southwest France that relies almost exclusively on blended red and white wine utilising a number of grape varieties. Then we have Rhône in southern France, notably the southern part of the region, famous for blended red and white wines under the Côtes du Rhône banner. Or perhaps Champagne, the world’s most famous fizz is predicated on the use and blending of three core grape varieties. That said, perhaps the spiritual home of blended wine is France, but it is now almost impossible to find a wine-producing country anywhere in the world that doesn't blend. Fun Fact: Whether you prefer bold and robust reds or crisp and fruity whites, there's a blended wine for every palate. The versatility of blending allows for a wide range of styles to suit diverse taste preferences.