This document provides an overview of wines, including how they are produced, classified, and consumed. It discusses that wines are made from fermented grapes with an alcohol content between 8-14% and no artificial ingredients. Wines are classified into table, fortified, and sparkling varieties based on alcohol content. Popular wine producing countries include France, Italy, Spain, Germany and Portugal. Common grape varieties used are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. India began wine production in 1980, with major regions in Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Punjab and Andhra Pradesh. Indian wine brands include Sula, Grover, Madera and Samara.