This list includes 10 Wines that start with Z that start with Z, from “Zante Currant” to “Zéta”. It highlights grape varieties, regional names and styles that tend toward Mediterranean and Central European origins, useful for tasting, study and food pairing.

Wines that start with Z are a mixed group of varietal names, regional terms and styles that often reflect local traditions; for example, Zéta plays a role in Tokaj dessert wines. These names show how local history and trade shaped grape naming and wine styles.

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Name: The wine or varietal name as commonly written, so you can quickly locate the entry you seek.

Type: The broad category (red, white, rosé, fortified, dessert), helping you decide what to expect in the glass.

Region: The place most closely associated with the name, so you can find geographic context and likely styles.

Grape(s): The primary grape or genetic parentage listed to help you link flavor and pairing expectations.

Notes: Short practical details about flavor, typical use, or a memorable fact that helps you identify or choose the wine.

Wines that start with Z

NameTypePrimary Region / CountryGrape(s) / Common synonyms
ZinfandelvarietalCalifornia, United StatesPrimitivo; Crljenak Kaštelanski
ZierfandlervarietalAustria (Thermenregion)Spätrot; Zier
ZweigeltvarietalAustriaSt. Laurent × Blaufränkisch; Zweigeltrebe
ZibibbovarietalItaly (Sicily, Pantelleria)Muscat of Alexandria; Moscato di Alessandria
ZétavarietalHungary (Tokaj)Zéta
ZelenvarietalSlovenia (Brda, Vipava)Zelen
Znojmoregional nameCzech Republic (South Moravia)Grüner Veltliner; Riesling
Zemplénregional nameHungary (Tokaj, northern hills)Furmint; Hárslevelű
Zarya SeveravarietalRussia / Ukraine (Soviet breeding)Zarya Severa
Zante Currantvarietal / dried grapeGreece (Zakynthos)Black Corinth; Korinthiaki

Descriptions

Zinfandel
Jammy blackberry, spice and often high alcohol; signature California red with links to Italy and Croatia.
Zierfandler
Aromatic Austrian white—nutty, honeyed and stone-fruit notes—traditionally blended with Rotgipfler in Gumpoldskirchen.
Zweigelt
Austria’s most planted red grape: bright cherry, pepper and soft tannins, used for easy-drinking and barrel-aged wines.
Zibibbo
Perfumed Muscat with orange blossom, citrus and raisin notes; appears in dry wines and the sweet Passito di Pantelleria.
Zéta
Hungarian white bred for Tokaj sweet wines; ripens early and is valued for producing botrytized aszú-style wines.
Zelen
Rare Slovenian white: herbal, green-apple and citrus character; used in local still and sparkling wines.
Znojmo
Historic cool-climate Moravian subregion known for crisp, aromatic whites and Austrian-style wines.
Zemplén
Mountainous area in northern Tokaj contributing terroir for Furmint and aszú wines with racy acidity.
Zarya Severa
Cold-hardy, early-ripening hybrid from Soviet-era breeding, used in Eastern European table and sparkling wines.
Zante Currant
Small seedless black grape dried as Zante currants (Corinth raisins); culinary ingredient with historic Greek viticulture ties.
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