Food is to be paired with fine wine: these are the wine primer guides you must know the wine basics of wine regionsthe most popular wine regions and the use of grapes Five main types of wine How to drink wine? How to drink red wine? How do I open a bottle of wine? How long can I leave the opened wine? What is mulled wine? What happens after drinking aged wine?

Wine is an alcoholic beverage made from fermented grape juice. The type, vintage and winemaking process of the wine determine the taste of the wine.

Today's wine guide allows you to understand the basics of wine, understand some technical terms, and let you have a better wine tasting experience

<h1 class="pgc-h-arrow-right" data-track="138" > wine basics</h1>

The grapes that make wine are smaller, sweeter, have thicker skins, and are seeded grapes.

There are now more than 1,300 varieties of wine grapes on the market, but only about 100 of them are common. These grape varieties are mainly produced in wine production gardens from all over the world.

Today, Cabernet Sauvignon is the most grown wine grape in the world. The most important red grape varieties are Syrah, Merlot and Pinot Noir, while the white grape varieties are Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Pinot Gris.

<h1 class="pgc-h-arrow-right" data-track="146" > wine region</h1>

Many countries in the world produce wine. You'll often hear the terms "old world" and "new world."

The "Old World" refers to regions with a long history of wine production, such as parts of Europe and the Mediterranean, including France, Italy and Germany, which pay great attention to the characteristics of the soil and climate to give their wines a unique flavor.

"New World" refers to some of the newer wine regions, such as the United States, Australia and Chile. These regions tend to have hot climates, and their wine labels focus more on grape varieties than regions.

For example:

The label for Old World wines might go like this: Château Moulin de Grenet 2009 Lussac Saint-Émilion

The label for New World Wines might look like this: Cakebread 2006 Merlot, Napa Valley

<h1 class="pgc-h-arrow-right" data-track="157" > the most popular wine regions and grapes used</h1>

France: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Pinot Noir, Grenache, Sila, Vioni, Chardonnay

Italy: Sangiovese, Nebbioro, Barbera, Moscato, Pinot Gris

United States: Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Merlot, Fairy Pink

Argentina: Malbec, Bonarnada

Chile: Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc

Australia: Shiraz, Chardonnay

Germany: Riesling, Joan Yao Pulp, Sylvana

Spain: Tempur, Albarino, Grenache, Palomino

New Zealand: Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir

South Africa: Pinotaj, Bai Shi Nan

<h1 class="pgc-h-arrow-right" data-track="177" > five main types of wine</h1>

All wines can be divided into five basic groups. Within each group are hundreds of different grape varieties and winemaking styles.

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Red wines range in flavour from light to intense, made from black grapes.

Some of the well-known red wine grape varieties are Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Merlot, Malbec, Grenache and Pinot Noir.

white wine

White wines have both light and useful tastes, and are made from white grapes (sometimes black grapes).

Some of the well-known white wine grape varieties are Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Riesling and Pinot Gris.

Rosé wine

Rosé is a calming wine (unauffled wine) made from black grapes that is peeled before dying the wine a deep red.

Rosé wines are a mixture of white and red wines. Both non-sweet rosé wines and sweet rosé wines are popular.

Sparkling wine

Sparkling wines can be red, white or rosé, and their flavors range from thin and not sweet to rich and sweet.

The winemaking process of sparkling wines requires secondary fermentation that produces bubbles.

Dessert wine

Most of the time, dessert wine tastes sweet, but there are also many non-sweet wines, such as dry sherry.

The winemaking process involves the use of spirits to enhance the flavor of the wine.

<h1 class="pgc-h-arrow-right" data-track="203" How to drink wine >? </h1>

1, look at the label of the bottle, you can understand the source of the wine, such as the type and year of the grape.

2. Choose the right glassware. Whether it's sparkling, white or red, choose the right glass.

3. Correctly raise the wine glass. The hand should hold the foot of the glass, which prevents the heat and smell on the hand from affecting the aroma of the wine.

4. Pour the wine and shake it. Pour about a third into the glass and gently shake the wine in the glass.

The process of shaking increases the oxygen content in the glass, which enhances the aroma of the wine, which is mainly applicable to red wines.

5. Smell the aroma of wine.

Simple wines will have fruity aromas, while complex wines will also have secondary aromas produced during the winemaking process. Finally, tertiary aromas of containers such as oak appear in aged wines.

6. Wine tasting. Sip instead of gulping, sip slowly to absorb the taste.

Extend the amount of time you stay in your mouth, taste the taste of the wine, and finally swallow it.

<h1 class="pgc-h-arrow-right" data-track="225" how to drink red wine >? </h1>

Choose room temperature or room temperature below to taste. You can put the red wine in the fridge for a few minutes before opening it, so that the wine will taste better.

How to drink white wine?

For strong white wines, it is better to let them warm up in the glass while drinking. Don't get too cold, otherwise it will affect the taste.

How to drink rosé wine?

Cool the rosé wine for 30 minutes to 3 hours. Also don't be too cold, it will affect the taste and aroma.

How to drink champagne or sparkling wine?

Store it in a cool, dry place. 30 minutes before serving, you should put champagne or sparkling wine in an ice bucket or fridge. Slender champagne glasses ensure that champagne or sparkling wine stays as bubbly as possible.

<h1 class="pgc-h-arrow-right" Data-track="230" How do > open a bottle of wine? </h1>

There are different types of bottles, most of which have cork stoppers or screw caps.

Corks for champagne or sparkling wine have cages, so they need to be opened in a different way than vases of sparkling wine.

How do I open a bottle of unsauffled wine?

Bottles have cork stoppers or screw caps. Screw caps are simple and can be opened like a normal bottle. Let's talk about cork stoppers.

A spiral bottle opener is required here.

First use a small blade of the corkscrew to remove the foil from the top edge of the cork, and then drill the spiral-shaped corkscrew into the cork.

Pull up the handle of the corkscrew and wait until the corkscrew is almost halfway into the cork, and then pull the cork out.

How do I open a bottle of champagne or sparkling wine?

Bottles of champagne or sparkling wine should be properly refrigerated, otherwise the pressure inside the bottle will cause the cork to fall off quickly.

Remove the foil from the top of the bottle first.

Place napkins or towels on the cage and cork to prevent the cork from popping up.

Unhook the cage counterclockwise, continuously applying force to the cork during the process to prevent it from popping up too early.

Turn the bottle instead of the cork. Once the bottle starts to separate from the cork and spins freely, it is time to slowly pull the cork apart.

The slower the process of pulling a cork, the smaller the sound.

<h1 class="pgc-h-arrow-right" Data-track="258" How long can open wine be left >? </h1>

It depends on the type of wine and storage conditions. All wines, once opened, have a subtle change in taste after a day because the wine is oxidizing.

"Spoiled" wine is essentially vinegar, so it is harmless. Therefore, storage conditions are very important for the taste of various wines.

How long can I leave the open white wine?

The overall fruitiness of the wine will weaken and will become less intense.

Most pale white wines are stuffed with cork stoppers and can be stored in the fridge for 5-7 days.

Refrigerate in the refrigerator with cork stoppers for 3-5 days to get a full-bodied white wine.

How long can I leave the open red wine?

The higher the tannins and acidity of red wine, the longer the shelf life after opening. Therefore, pale red wines with less tannins will not last as long as strong red wines.

Red wine stuffed with cork can be stored in the shade for 3-5 days.

How long can I leave the open rosé wine?

As with white wines, the overall fruitiness of the wine will weaken and will become less intense.

Most rosé wines, stuffed with cork stoppers, can be stored in the fridge for 5-7 days.

How long can I leave champagne or sparkling wine open?

Champagne or sparkling wine loses its carbonation effect soon after opening. The durability of these wines also depends on the winemaking method.

Stuffing with a sparkling wine stopper can be refrigerated in the refrigerator for 1-3 days.

How long can I keep my open Gardour wine?

The sweeter the dessert wine, the longer it can be saved after opening.

Keep a cork stopper in a cool, dark place for 28 days, preferably in the refrigerator.

<h1 class="pgc-h-arrow-right" data-track="281" >What is mulled wine? </h1>

Mulled red wine is also known as spiced mulled wine, and it is usually made with red wine and various spices, sometimes with raisins. This is a traditional drink in winter, especially around Christmas.

Mulled wine is available in both alcoholic and non-alcoholic versions. Spices release aromas when heated, giving them a deeper flavor to make mulled wine more delicious.

If you drink cold mulled wine, you'll miss out on its subtle aroma and taste, and the taste experience will be greatly reduced.

<h1 class="pgc-h-arrow-right" data-track="286" What happens > drinking aged wine? </h1>

The wine will lose its fruity taste, have a nutty flavor and begin to turn brown in color. It is harmless, but does not taste good.

Wine may sound as simple as grapes, but it is also an extremely complex category of alcoholic beverages, with multiple varieties, countless flavors and terminology.

I hope that through today's wine guide, everyone can understand some introductory knowledge of wine!