World's 6 Most Popular Red Wine / Basic information and Food pairing recommendations #societytalks
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Date: 2023-01-13

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00:00 Red Wine Consumption
00:59 Cabernet Sauvignon
01:45 Merlot
02:44 Pinot Noir
04:10 Malbec
05:48 Syrah (shiraz)
07:13 Grenache
08:32 Thanks

Cabernet Sauvignon is the world’s most popular red wine. It only takes opening one delicious bottle to understand why.

Its full body, prominent tannins, moderate acidity and dryness perfectly complement fruity overtones of blackberry, black cherry and plum. With invigorating notes of peppered spice and sweet hints of vanilla and licorice it creates an exquisite marriage of structure and flavor.

The “Cab,” as it is lovingly referred to, is a vinicultural staple that makes for an excellent addition to any budding wine collection.

Here are some notable Cabernet Sauvignon regions:
Bordeaux, France
Tuscany, Italy
California, United States
Colchagua Valley, Chile
Recommended Pairings:

Grilled Ribeye Steak
Meat Lover’s Pizza
Beef Stew
Aged Cheddar

Merlot is the perfect middle ground between tame and bold reds, harmonizing smooth tannins, moderate acidity and a medium to full body for a smooth drinking experience.

To understand the flavor profile of a Merlot, you have to consider the climate of its home region.

Warm-climate Merlot is a moderately tannic, fruit-forward wine combining flavors of black cherry, plum and blackberry with baking accents of vanilla, cinnamon and allspice, herbaceous hints of pyrazines (leafy green flavors) and very subtle floral notes.

On the other hand, cool-climate Merlot has a firmer structure with more prominent tannins accompanying ripe fruit flavors like raspberry, blueberry or fig, bitter hints of dark chocolate and coffee, prominent floral notes and a pleasant earthiness.

Wine lovers worldwide cherish Pinot Noir as an easy-to-drink red with an approachable structure and an excellent flavor profile that pairs well with a variety of meals.

This dry vino is famous for its relatively low tannin levels, prominent acidity and light-to-medium body, subverting some potentially abrasive qualities of red wine for a smooth drinking experience.

This charming structure may seem simple, but it belies a wonderful medley of diverse, delicious flavors.

A bottle of exquisite Pinot Noir offers juicy, red fruit flavors of cranberry, raspberry and cherry, sweet hints of licorice, vanilla and caramel, prominent earthy notes of mushroom, clove and leaves and floral accents of hibiscus.

If you find bolder red options intimidate your palate, this internationally acclaimed vino may be just the one your collection needs.

In the competitive world of red wine, Malbec is an up-and-coming star whose quality and versatility inspire passionate support from its growing fan base.

Most famously grown in Argentina, this dry vino distinguishes itself through its inky purple color and pleasant combination of moderate tannins, low-to-medium acidity levels and full body.

Where Malbec truly shines, however, is in its uniquely enjoyable flavor profile:

In each bottle of this charming red, you’ll discover jammy, fruit-forward notes of red plum, blackberry and black cherry that marry sweet hints of cocoa and vanilla, rich accents of tobacco and leather and a pleasant oakiness for a smooth drinking experience.

With such desirable characteristics, it is little surprise that Malbec is now among the most popular red wines in the United States, trailing only superstars like Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Pinot Noir.

Syrah (Shiraz) is a bold vino that mixes a robust structure with elegant flavors for an invigorating drinking experience.

In each glass of this dark red delight lies a distinct combination of dryness, prominent acidity, firm tannins and a full body that doesn't pull any punches.

While these bold qualities may seem overpowering, fear not, as they perfectly emphasize Syrah’s juicy, dark fruitiness and highlight its underlying symphony of chocolate, tobacco, coffee and herbaceous notes.

If it is bold vino you seek, few others can match this standout red’s daring personality and dark complexity.

Grenache (Garnacha) is a staple of France’s Rhône Valley growing region, but this lovely red actually originated next door in Spain.

Unlike others on this list, Grenache is typically undesirable as a standalone wine, as its low tannin levels, moderate acidity and medium body struggle to make an impact on their own.

However, when combined with other varietals (such as Syrah, Mourvèdre or Carignan), Grenache blossoms into a lovely, fuller red blend with intense fruity flavors of strawberry, black cherry and raspberry that harmonize delightfully with spicier notes of cinnamon, anise and white pepper.