type of wine bottles

Question 1

This is the most common type of bottle style. The bottle style was made popular by Bordeaux where it’s used for Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and white wines made with Sauvignon Blanc.

Answer 1

High Shoulder

Question 2

This style bottle is commonly used for Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah and Grenache. Most oak-aged white wines come in this style of bottle.

Answer 2

Sloping Shoulder

Question 3

These bottles are heavier because they need to withstand the pressure of seven earth atmospheres inside. Some bottles have punts (the divot on the bottom of the bottle) and some without. Often the custom bottles designed are used for premium wines.

Answer 3

Sparkling Wine and Champagne

Question 4

Tradition is the source of the styles of bottles used for wines. These wine bottles are much more ornate than regular bottles. Producers will have custom stamps or seals and the shapes differentiate each style of wine.

Answer 4

Various Dessert Styles