Barolo and Barbaresco
From the Nebbiolo grape, are derived, Barolo is usually deep red with a dense and complex flavor, sometimes flowery, reminiscent of violets and roses. Other variants are fruit, liqueur, or oak. Barolo60F should be enjoyed and age of 5-10 years. Barbaresco is a red wine that is more elegant and aromatic, but still powerful. In a sense, Barbaresco is the younger brother of Barolo. Both red wines are made in the Piedmont region in Italy and pairs well with grilled meats.
Beaujolais Nouveau
A very young, light and fruity wine to be served chilled to 55F, with dominant flavors of strawberries and raspberries with a winy appealvirtually free of tannins. It is grown from the Gamay grape in the Beaujolais region (a part of Burgundy) in France. Beaujolais Nouveau is released annually on the third Thursday in November. In food pairing, it pairs well with grilled or roasted meats and light and dark, a selection of pastas, salads and cheeses.
Cabernet Franc
Originally from the Bordeaux region and the Pays de la Loire, Cabernet Franc, the growing climate of California, Washington State enjoys, Australia, Chile,Canada and South Africa. It is a wonderfully fruity wine, with lower levels of tannins and a distinct flavor reminiscent of berries, especially blueberries, raspberries and sometimes plum. Cabernet Franc is more subdued and softer than its cousin, Cabernet Sauvignon and is sold as a single variety. However, it is to mix with her cousin, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot is ideal. Cabernet Franc is best served by 59-64F and pairs well with Mediterranean Greek and Oriental dishes, poultryand pasta.
Cabernet Sauvignon
Originally from Bordeaux, Cabernet Sauvignon has a huge presence in California's vineyards where the grapes favors the warmer climate, and enjoys popularity as the most coveted wine. Cabernets are medium-to full-bodied flavor and a high tannin content, structure and intrigue to the wine and provides support to a rich flavor reminiscent of ripe berries, tobacco and sometimes green pepper. Cabernet Sauvignonis an ideal wine for aging, with 5-10 years as optimal for peak maturation. The longer maturation process allows flavors of the wine is too soft, and makes the cabernets ideal for blending with other grapes, primarily Merlot add appealing fruit tones, without character. Cabernet Sauvignon is best served at 59-64F and pairs beautifully with red meats, lamb, cheese with strong taste and dark chocolate.
Cotes du Rhone
South-eastern France Rhone Valley producessome of the best bargains of the country's red wines with good taste, most full-bodied with rich but smooth tannins, with plenty of food pairing options. Grenache, Syrah and Viognier are the main grape varieties grown in the region. Red and rosé wines are Grenache Noir, Syrah, Cinsault, Carignane, Mourvedre Counoise and grape varieties. With the exception of northern wines with a majority of Syrah, a product must contain at least 40% Grenache in the Cotes du mixedRhone. Serve at 59-64F and pairs well with wild game and other rich meats.
Malbec
Bordeaux, France, is generally a Malbec grape used for blending. In the sunny climate of Argentina, has found renewed appreciation and recognition, and Malbec has become Argentina's signature grape produces a medium to full-bodied red wine. Malbec wine is reminiscent of ripe fruit flavors of plums and blackberry jam. The tannins are typically a bit tight with aearthy, wood appeal make for a fairly rustic wine that quickly make a new name for himself with red wine lovers. Malbec is best served 59-64F and pairs well with tomato sauces, Italian food, red meat, Mexican, Cajun and Indian dishes.
Merlot
A soft, medium-bodied red wine with juicy fruit flavors reminiscent of plums mixed, cherries, blueberries and blackberries with black pepper tones. Tannin levels are fairly low. Merlot is a prime example of wineConsumers just in the red wines. Merlot is from the Bordeaux region in France and is often associated with other varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Blending Merlot, this wine dampens and softens the Cabernet. Merlot wines are very versatile with food pairings and are best served at 55 – 60F degrees and enjoyed with poultry, red meat, pork, pasta and salads.
Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir is a light and spicy red wine with aromasreminiscent of plums, tomatoes, cherries and red berries and, depending on growing conditions, the variety, a wood and earthy flavor. Pinot Noir is planted in California, Oregon, Germany, Italy, New Zealand, Australia and other regions around the world. You are probably a little more for Pinot Noir to pay, because in smaller quantities than most other common types of red wine is produced. Pinot Noir is a versatile food wine is best at 55-60F, mating and served with spicy seasonings,Sauces, beef, ham, lamb, pork, poultry and fish.
Sangiovese
Italy's most planted red wine grape production of the most popular wines Chianti and Chianti Classico wine of medium to full body, tannic structure with an area of semi-solid company, and a medium to high acidity. Flavors are associated with Sangiovese wine, cherry, plum, strawberry, cinnamon and vanilla with a points finish that can range from elegant to bitter. Bestserved at 59-64F, Sangiovese grape wine matches well with poultry, red meat, fish, lamb, pork, pastas, stews or well-aged cheeses
Shiraz / Syrah
Australia and South Africa call it Shiraz. In France it is known, and Syrah grown, but it is now time produces the same grape variety that a deep purple color and bold, spicy, red, medium-and full-bodied wine with firm tannins with rich flavors reminiscent of black cherries, blackberries, plums, pepper, black pepper, cloves,Licorice, dark chocolate and smoked meat. Serve at 59-64F, Shiraz / Syrah pairs wonderfully with spicy Mexican, Cajun and barbecue dishes, grilled dishes, beef stew, red meat, and meat pizza and lasagna.
Zinfandel
Planted in California's # 2 most popular red grape variety. Originating in Croatia, Southern Italy is not as previously thought when it is a member of the Primitivo grape. DNA "fingerprint" shown lately that Zinfandel and Primitivo are both clones of the same grape.California is the largest producer of Zinfandel and produces a variety of styles, ranging from a blackberry and black pepper, light and juicy-fruity, rich, elegant, oaked red with medium to high tannins and high alcohol content. "Zin" is often blended with other grapes. Serve at 59F, Zinfandel pairs well with grilled red or white meat, fish, lamb, gorgonzola cheese and dark chocolate. Lighter Zinfandels can also be good with creamy pasta, fried chicken pairDuck, baked Italian dishes like lasagna, cannelloni and Cajun to Asian cuisine.