From child friendly grape juices to the wines that fill the glasses at the adults only table, grapes are vital components of our favorite beverages. If you are curious about the individual grapes that lead to our beloved bottles, then you should check out the Vinous Grape Guide . The Guide not only highlights the color and the weight of these popular grapes, but also gives a brief background on what the grape is and where it can be found. Today's star grape: Nebbiolo! Nebbiolo is the grape found in Barolo and Barbaresco. La Festa del Barolo is just around the corner. This Vinous event brings together growers, wine lovers from around world and dozens of top sommeliers for a weekend event that is the ultimate Barolo experience. Check out the details about this red grape below as well as tasting notes from the Delectable community! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Color: Red Weight: Medium to Full Name Origins: There are two potential origins for the name of this well-known grape. 1) Nebbiolo derives from the Italian word "nebbia" meaning fog. This is attributed to the grape's bloom that gives it the appearance of being foggy. 2) Nebbiolo comes from the Italian word "nobile" meaning noble. Where: Piedmont in Northern Italy, most notably Barolo, Barbaresco, Roero and Gattinara, as well as Valtellina in Lombardy. What: Extraordinary aromatic presence, finely sculpted fruit and firm beams of tannin are the backbone of Nebbiolo-based wines. Rose petal, tar, cherry, plum, licorice are some of the many signatures. The best wines are capable of extraordinary development in bottle. Pairings: Lamb, Goose, Potato, Baking Spices, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Turkey, Beef, Pasta, Salami & Prosciutto, Tomato-Based, Soft Cheese, Chicken, Veal, White Rice, Herbs, Mushrooms, Pungent Cheese, Pork, Game, Exotic Spices, Chili & Hot Spicy, Duck, Onion, Shallot, Garlic