An Introduction to Wine

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Mar 08 2010

Wine never fails to make any occasion special. Whether it be a large wedding banquet or a simple dinner for two, the celebratory ambience is never complete without using the corkscrew to unveil the luscious liquid. Unfortunately, the high esteem for wine distances it to the greater majority who are yet to be converted to its wondrous pleasures. Nevertheless, like most of life’s joys, it is never too late to introduce yourself to the delightful bliss that wine has to offer. It is best to start entering the world of wine by knowing the different kinds. Trying each one would help you to discover the joys they bring. Red Wine Perhaps the most popular types of wine are the reds, thanks to the praises afforded by the medical world due to their heart-protecting, antioxidant properties. Red wines give the boldest and deepest flavors because of the grape skins which are used in the winemaking process. The longer a wine is in contact with its skin, the redder its color and the bolder its flavor. Common reds are Cabernet Sauvignon, Gamay, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Shiraz, and Zinfandel. White Wine Many find it best to introduce themselves to wine with whites as they give off a more delicate flavor and aroma. White wines are made without the grape skins, producing a milder, sweeter taste. White wines can be made from both white and red grapes, so long as the skin isn’t intact. The most popular wines are Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Riesling. Pink Wines Rose and pink wines have flavors that are somewhere in between whites and reds. Pink wines usually taste tart and fruity. Pink and Rose wines aren’t made from roses, but are made with red wine grapes with very minimal contact to the skins, so their colors aren’t as deep as red wines. Sparkling Wines Bubbly or sparkling wines are opened for the most important celebrations, making them princes or kings of the wine kingdom. Methods of making bubbly are very tedious which is why it is highly valued. The most popular sparkling wine is Champagne, made under the intricate methods done in Champagne, France. Dessert Wines Wines to be taken with dessert usually should be sweeter than the dessert itself. Dessert wines are combined with spirits to raise their alcohol contents and to increase the sugar concentration. The most common types are Port, Madeira, Sherry, and Vermouth. Wine can make any occasion special. Why not make every occasion special by drinking wine regularly? By knowing the kinds of wine, you are sure to enjoy its wonders.

Information on muscadine grapes can be found at the Grape Facts site.

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