The taste of real wine and its aroma has delicate subtle notes that evaporate quickly. Their variable nature is controlled precisely by temperature, the main thing is not to miss the moment when the components of the drink evaporate during evaporation and open their bouquet. The serving temperature of red and white wine is different, so you can enhance the pleasure or spoil it.
Why know the degree of warmth of a wine?
Human taste buds are designed to make very cold drinks tasteless. This is due to the fact that some receptors in the tongue lose their sensitivity, and very warm ones feel stronger and extremely acidic.
Therefore, the supply temperature of red wines differs from the supply of sparkling or white. This approach will allow you to fully enjoy the taste of the drink. Each type of wine has its own temperature.
How to measure?
There is nothing complicated in the procedure. To measure the temperature, it is enough to purchase a conventional thermometer for liquids. A thermometer will work, which moms use to measure the temperature of the water before bathing the baby.
The thermometer works the same way. He is dipped into a vessel with wine and after a while they fix at what level the red stripe striving upward has stopped.
Now made infrared thermometers that do not require immersion. The device is simply brought to a bottle of liquid - and after a few seconds the results will appear on the electronic display.
But it is better to use immersed thermometers, as they are more accurate. After all, even a slight error in the temperature of the red wine supply can spoil the impression of the drink. Many manufacturers, for the convenience of customers, embed thermometers directly into a corkscrew.
About the temperature of the wine
The charm of the drink lies in the receipt of subtle artistic pleasure. From the choice of wine, bottle and temperature, the enjoyment of a grape masterpiece will either increase or deteriorate.
By tasting different wines from time to time, you can feel that one drink is preferred more warm, the other - chilled. It all depends on himself and the temperature at which the wine aroma evaporates, then the taste changes.
It is considered a big mistake to place a bottle of wine in the refrigerator before serving. Chilled drinks do not reveal all the subtleties of their bouquet, and the taste will be astringent. Too warmed up wine will seem incomprehensible and sluggish, and in some cases even nasty.
Cool or heat?
For wine, room temperature (20-25 degrees) is considered high. But you can save the situation by putting the bottle in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes.
If there is any doubt what temperature the wine should be when serving the drink on the table, it is better to serve it cold, it heats up perfectly in the glass, and it will be difficult to cool overheated.
Only sparkling wines are served chilled. They are boldly put in the refrigerator.
The better and more expensive the wine, the less it should be exposed to cold, but do not forget that cold increases the acidity of the drink, and heat increases the strength. Only the right temperature will help to fully open the aroma.
To enjoy the taste, you should take into account the temperature of the red wine, for each color and grade it is different.
Wines with a fruity and light taste
The color of such drinks is unsaturated, the density is thin. They are young and fresh, with a low content of tannins, so they are easy to drink. These wines include:
- Tarrango from Australia - a fresh drink full of the aroma of berries: cherries, strawberries, raspberries, currants.
- Barbera from Italy - characterized by cherry tones, has a bright red color in it almost no astringency is felt. If Barbara is overheated, then the drink can be disappointed, it becomes boring.
- French Beaujolais - wine made from Gamay grapes, the young drink is served chilled, and the mature one is heated to 17 degrees.
- Valpolicella and others.
The supply temperature of red wines of this type is 10-13 degrees.
Thick and dark wines
Such drinks are distinguished by a complex luxurious bouquet. The first sip tastes like chocolate, blackcurrant and a little menthol, woody notes are barely noticeable. Such wines are rich in tannin and have a rich color:
- Merlot from Bordeaux is a feminine and tender variety.
- Negroamaro.
- Cabernet Franc - the softness of the wine is amazing, despite the tannins.
- Tannat from Uruguay - has a rich and tart, even slightly obsessive taste.
- Cabernet Sauvignon - aromatic wine with a tart flavor. Leaves an aftertaste of currant and juniper. The more it is aged, the better the quality.
- Barolo.
When serving, the temperature of red wine should be at least 15 degrees, but not more than 18.
Moderate and soft
Wines are made with such a pleasant and unobtrusive taste from grape berries with a thick peel. Drinks in this category require mandatory aging and are distinguished by vanilla, spicy notes, as well as with a light plume of plums, strawberries and raspberries:
- Rioja - Spanish wine with the aroma of cherry berries.
- Chianti - An Italian drink brought from Tuscany made from Sangiovese grapes.
- Merlot and Pinot Noir from the New World - Chilean dark red wines have their own flavor, they give off exotic tones, and the almost purple color is mesmerizing.
- Pinot Noir is produced in California and Australia, the drink feels acidity and a minimum of tannins.
What should be the temperature of red wine serving? In self-respecting institutions, they monitor that the temperature does not rise to more than 17 degrees, but the drink should not be too cold, at least 14 degrees are the best indicators.
Spicy and pepper wines
They are made from varieties of spicy type and are obligatory aged in oak barrels. Thanks to this, the bouquet is quite rich and complex, such wines are for everybody:
- Pinotage - the delivery of the drink comes from South Africa, is considered a national treasure, has a pleasant and complex taste.
- Malbec - they are brought from Argentina, with an exquisite taste and concentrated aroma of cherries, here you can also feel lavender, plum and spices. It will taste perfect at a temperature of 16-18 degrees.
- The wines brought from Portugal are very diverse and have a slightly pepper flavor.
- Bernard Châteauneuf-du-Pap and other drinks from the Grenachet grapevine are mesmerizing with a pleasant aftertaste of coffee, prunes and spices. The rule is to open the bottle with the contents an hour before the spill into the glasses, and then only use it. The temperature for serving red wine should be 18 degrees.
- Shiraz and Syrah from the New World - wines from the berries of the same grape have a dark purple color, the wine is dense with slightly obsessive notes of dark chocolate and pepper, in order to avoid strengthening this taste, the drink is slightly cooled to 13-14 degrees.
- Primitive, Zinfandel. Here, the temperature of the supply of red wine varies in insignificant terms from 15 to 18 degrees. Heady aroma envelops and a little dope.
The correct temperature regime of some other wines
Unfortunately, for each type of wine it is impossible to describe its temperature. There are many drinks made from vines in different countries. But general information should be given attention.
The best temperature for serving dry red wine Pinot Gris, Alsatian Riesling, Lambrusco (Italy), Chanon Blanc (South America), Chardonnay should be no more than 10 degrees.
Light red wines: Chinon, Beaujolais Crew, port Tony will be better perceived at a temperature of 12-13 degrees.
Full red wines: Bandol, Barolo, Ribera del Duero, Zinfandel - for them the best temperature is 15-17 degrees.
To appreciate the flavor of gastronomic and aromatic sensations from a semisweet wine drink, it is advisable to follow the recommendations and principles of use.
The optimum temperature for serving red semisweet wine should not exceed 18 degrees, but not decrease to 16. A supercooled drink will keep the real aroma and taste of the wine secret. Warmer assemblies upset by a sharp, erratic smell.
Some brands of semi-sweet wines enjoy a good reputation and popularity:
- Wine Madera Cruz. Burgundy color gives a slight amber flare. A slightly sour drink gives a gentle touch of dried raisins.
- Kindzmarauli Tamada. Fruit and berry aroma has a ruby hue. The taste of berries, fruits and black pepper is felt.
- Alazani Valley Semi-Sweet Red. The gastronomic balance and aroma emerges from fruits, spices and has a dark cherry color.
- Chateau Mukhrani Khvanchkara Aok. Light red wine with a subtle raspberry tint. The aroma of strawberries and raspberries is felt, the velvety of tannins and sweet berries is remembered.
In addition to temperature, there are other important points for drinking a noble drink.
Some tips for serving red wine
The feed temperature is important, but many knowledgeable people make minor changes:
- Take into account weather conditions and drink time. If it is drunk as an aperitif, it should be cooled. If wine is consumed with warm dishes and appetizers, the mark rises another degree.
- In hot weather on the beach or at home, increase the temperature of the wine by a couple of degrees. Otherwise, the drink will seem very cold.
- Sparkling wines and Rieslings are consumed only in cold form, but not lower than 7 degrees.
- Based on the gastronomic qualities and aroma of the wine, with a high price and bright color of the drink, you should slightly increase the serving temperature. So the bouquet will open better.
- Do not keep the drink in the freezer. It is better to use a bucket of water and ice, and ice should not touch the walls of the bottle.
It should be understood that choosing a temperature regime, it will not be possible to make wine better, to emphasize its sophistication and aroma, but it is quite possible to reveal the wine potential with the help of temperature. The main thing is that the wine is good, not chemically produced. Otherwise, at any temperature, it will be the usual chemical "chatter".