Jul 19, 2023 · The temperature of your wine plays an important role in how it tastes. Here’s how cold your wine should be and a few tips to help it get there.

Aug 29, 2022 · These 4 Types of Red Wine Are Actually Best Served Chilled, Says a Sommelier. Iced, iced, pinot.

Aug 2, 2023 · There are plenty of red wines that you can drink slightly chilled in the summer months. Here is our guide to the style of wines to choose, plus recommendations and expert advice on how to chill wine quickly if you’re pushed for time.

Aug 24, 2022 · All wine is best when served with a slight chill, but certain red wines can be served even cooler, perfect for warmer days. This is what to know about early fall’s favorite bottles.

Jun 16, 2024 · Understanding the ideal temperature for different types of red wine is like having a secret key to unlock their full potential. Red wines vary in terms of tannins and heft, and that largely...

Oct 26, 2020 · Wine keeps best when stored on its side (for cork-sealed bottles) in a cool, dark place. But how cool is “cool”? Temperatures above 70°F age wine rapidly; temperatures below 45°F risk drying out the cork. The optimal wine storage temperature is somewhere in the middle.

Jun 14, 2024 · These chilled reds are wonderful on their own, but they also excel in pairings, according to pros. Tonya Pitts, a Wine Enthusiast writer-at-large who reviews wines from Northern California, likes McMannis Pinot Noir, from Lodi. “The rich supple dark berry notes lend themselves to a slight chill,” she says.

May 1, 2024 · White, Rosé and Sparkling Wine: Whites need a chill to lift delicate aromas and acidity. However, when they’re too cold, flavors become muted. Like reds, fuller-bodied wines like Chardonnay from Burgundy and California shine between 50°F and 60°F.

How long should I chill my wine? Typically, white wines take about two hours in the refrigerator to reach the ideal temperature, while sparkling wines can benefit from three hours. For red wines, about 30 minutes in a cool place can be sufficient.

May 5, 2023 · Perk up your palate and take some risks by adding a chill to red wines. While Gamay and Pinot Noir are well-known contenders, the varieties listed here are also ripe for the refrigerator. Whatever you select, serve it at 50–60˚F. Widely planted throughout Southern France, this grape’s thin skin produces delicate tannins well-suited for chilling.