Bottlecaps | Learn all about Red Wines

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Wine has been produced for thousands of years, for various purposes - from religious events to celebrations just for enjoyment! Wine (especially red wine) is an acquired taste. When you’re not sure what to look for, seeking out the *right* bottle of red can seem especially intimidating

 

Red wines can be tricky to differentiate from one another aside from the name on the label, but what is going on with the palate and smell (nose) of the wine that causes certain wines to be so different?

 

In a broad sense, Red Wines are light-bodied, full-bodied, or medium-bodied.

 

Light-bodied reds

If you’re a white-wine drinker who’s looking to cross over to the dark side, these wines are perfect for you! They’re light-weight and refreshing and can be perfectly enjoyed alone after a long day. They are also a good companion to your food.

Here are our top light-bodied reds:

 

Pinot Noir- This light, dry red wine has higher acidity and big aromatics. It is an ideal red-fruit-forward with earthy and herby notes.

 

Beaujolais: Beaujolais reds are made with the Gamay grape and share a name with the region of France they come from. With the red berry flavors and high acidity, this can be enjoyed all year long with any roasted white meat dish or cheese board.

 

Medium Bodied Reds

If you’re looking for a wine that’s not too light, not too bold, medium-bodied red is for you because it’s just right. Medium-bodied reds showcase a little bit more tannins than lighter wines but still don’t hit you over the head with complex structure or intense flavor.

 

 

 

Our top favorites are:

 

Merlot: Easy drinking wine which can be paired with absolutely any food. This versatile wine has the flavor of cherry + chocolate + soft tannins.

 

Zinfandel: Red Zinny is renowned for its jammy, candied fruit flavors and spicy tobacco finish. With mid-range tannins and high acidity, it goes perfectly with a  sweet-’n-savory dish like curry or tangy BBQ ribs.

 

Full-Bodied Red:

Full-bodied reds have the highest tannins (and often, highest alcohol content), creating a feeling of weight on the palette. These are the wines that are bold enough to hold on their own.

 

Cabernet Sauvignon: Cab’s big body, bold flavors, and mile-long finish make it a cult-favourite all over the world. It is the ideal choice to accompany your steak dinner.

 

Shiraz: Each sip is a powerful fruit-and-spice blast to the mouth, with high tannins that help it age well. Also everything you’ve read about ‘how wine is healthy?’ Shiraz boasts one of the highest levels of antioxidants.

 

We hope you’re better equipped with wine knowledge after reading this article. Fun fact: Red wines get their color from grape skins.

 

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