Red Wines... Warm, Rich, Full Bodied

By Sharon Stajda

Understanding wine made easy....

All grapes are created equal. That is until they are used to make red wine. All grapes have the same greenish pulp after being crushed to make. So just where does Red wine get it rich scrumptious red color--- The skins.

Red wines wonderful deep rich color comes from leaving the skins, the seeds, and yes--- sometimes even the stems in the juice while it is doing its thing, making wine.

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After a period of time, which varies from one to three weeks, fermentation occurs. Sediment particles (known as lees) settle to the bottom of the vessel.The lees are rich with tannins. The wine begins to clarify, and at this time the wine maker will make the decision on weather to remove the wine or leave it in the fermentation vessel for a longer period? The longer the wine ferments in the lees the higher it will be in tannins.

Tannins are more pronounced in red wine. Tannins in wine can come from many sources, mainly from the grape skins and seeds in the form of Procyanidin Monomers tannins. This form of tannin is produced naturally from the grape skins and seeds. The seeds being especially harsh. The reason that red wine is more apt to be higher in tannins, come from the way the red wines are fermented. The red wines are exposed for a longer period of time to the seeds and skins. The oak barrel also gives off a form of tannin (Hydrolysable tannin). This fact making the tannins more prevalent in the finished wine. Keep in mind some red wines are lower in tannins, due to being fermented for a shorter period in the seeds and skins, and oak. One such red is Merlot. To compare red wines with white wines. Think white wines are made by extracting the seeds and grapes early on in the fermentation period. Making them have far less tannins, but more acidic.

Once he feels he is satisfied with fermentation, he will separate wine from lees. This process can be done in a couple of ways. Racking, the siphoning off of the clear wine or agents such as charcoal, egg whites, bentonite clay can be added to the wine. The agents work to grab the solid particles, and drag them to the bottom of the vessel. Some wine makers prefer to strain the wine through many layers of paper just before bottling.

The wine is now ready for aging. Most fine Reds are aged in oak barrels, to enhance the body, aroma, and flavor. Some wines are bottled and aged in the bottle.

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Red Wine Pick Of The Season - Bosco's Italian Red... Its Great With Barbecued Steak!

Tasting Notes:
I purchased Bosco's Italian red, made and age from 2001. I give this one thumbs up!
It is a fine wine, Dark ruby-red color. The bouquet is velvety and smooth, sweet to the nose, the flavor is dry. Serve at a temperature between 17° and 21° is a good temperature to serve this wine, but remember temperature is according to what the drinker desires. It is spicy, with pepper under tones. Texture is full bodied, appears thick, with slight legs. I loved this wine... Will most definitely purchase it again and again.

Pairing Note:
I paired my Bosco Italian Red with a dinner that included a wonderful green salad, with an Italian redwine&olive oil dressing, barbecued steak, roasted fresh corn, side of Dirty rice. Bosco's Italian red was so complimentary to this meal. All the wonderful food tasted came through, and the wines taste was stood on its own...

Wine History:
At the end of the XIX century, when the young Giovanni Bosco began to cultivate vines, the city of Castellamare Adriatica (that became Pescara in 1926) had no more than 15.000 inhabitants and extended on a narrow land. All around was the countryside and the "Lovers Hills" of Pescara were a fertile ground for vines: on those hills grew the first vines that thereafter characterized the Bosco's Family history. Strong and tenacious as the vine, Giovanni finally obtained a wonderful red wine with an intensive bouquet and a spicy taste, that, once named Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, became famous all over the world in the following century. It was 1897 and Bosco Winery was born.

In 1897 when Giovanni Bosco began to cultivate vines on the hills of Pescara. The business was passed on to his son, Nestore, and succeeding generations. In the last three centuries, the male Boscos have borne one of two names, Giovanni and Nestore, on an alternating basis. In the 1980's, a Giuseppe constructed the new winery at Nocciano. His son, Nestore, and daughter, Stefania, now oversee operations. The Bosco winery draws on grapes grown on 148 acres and the varieties cultivated include Trebbiano d'Abruzzo, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese and Moscato. But Montepulciano d'Abruzzo occupies the greatest portion of terrain. Annual production amounts to about 600,000 bottles a substantial share of which is exported to other European countries, the United States, Canada, Central America and Australia.

Red Burgundy Wines - California Wines

Wonderful Bugundy Wines: "Red Burgundy is always referred to simply as "Burgundy:" It is the name used to describe the red table wines from Burgundy in France and those wines from other countries which possess the same over-all characteristics. They are usually fuller in body, and of a deeper red color than clarets." To read more...
Red Table Wines Of California: "By varietal is meant a wine, produced principally or exclusively from a particular variety of grape after which it is named. The most popular California varietal red table wines are Cabernet Sauvignon--- To read more
Red Muscat Wines: These wines, produced from muscat or similar-type grapes, all possess the typical muscat aroma and flavor to a greater or lesser extent, their exact muscat character depending on the variety. To Read More...
Red Italian Wines: Many of the California winegrowers are of Italian descent and numerous grape varieties have been imported from Italy, many of which have proved very successful in the California climate and soil.To Read More...

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GRAPE WINE OF THE LOIRE VALLEY - FRANCE by moya37

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Looks refreshing fruity?

Looks young, short on color?

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Note rich darker color... Lots of tannins, could be older?

Looks rich, a heaviness about it?

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Different Types Of Red Wines---

Wine grapes have signature flavors, and characteristics. These unique characteristics are what gives the wine its flavor, body, and texture...

Cabernet Sauvignon...
Cabernet (Cabs) grapes are small black, and tough skinned. The wine is high in tannins, can be harsh if not aged in oak. Cabs taste of black current, chocolate, and can be spicy, with bell pepper undertones. They are rich flavored wines.
Merlot...
Merlot grapes are small, and dark blue, thin skinned.
A softer red wine, with less tannins.Merloyt are low in acid, and have complex flavors.Which can include plum, black cherry, currant, and rose. Merlot is a soft wine...
Pinot Noir...
Pinot Noir is a smooth wine, often refered to as "liquid silk".The texture is soft, it is full bodied, but lacks heaviness. The flavors in Pinot Noir are raspberries, cherries, and smoke. It is high in alcohol, yet is low in acid and tannins.
Syrah/Shiraz...
The Syrah grape is black with thick skin, and is very hardy. grows well around the world. Syrah wine is deep in color, and high in tannins, with flavors of plum, blackberries, and smoke. It is made in two styles. One being heavy, and rich, the other being fruitier and an easy drinking wine.
Sangiovese...
This is one of Italy's oldest wines. Its color has little depth, yet is high in tannins and acidity. As a rule its a wine that is drank fairly young. An every day Italian wine.
Zinfandel...
The all American grape... This is an easy growing grape. This grape is a Chameleon. It can be vinified in many styles. From light to claret, to a very high alcohol wine. The flavors vary, from berry and spice, to black pepper.

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HAVE A GLASS OF RED WINE A DAY--- HELPS CHASES CANCER AWAY...

By Sharon Stajda,
Red wine is a rich source of biologically active phytochemicals, chemicals found in plants. Particular compounds called polyphenols found in red wine-such as catechins and resveratrol are thought to have anti oxidant or anti cancer properties. Polyphenols have been found to have antioxidant properties.

Just what are polyphenols, and how do they help fight cancer?

Polyphenols are antioxidant compounds found in the skin and seeds of grapes. When wine is made, the alcohol produced by the act of fermentation process dissolves the polyphenols from the seeds and skins.

Red wine will most naturally contain a higher contains of polyphenols than white wine. This is due to the way red wine is made. In making white wine seeds and skins are removed shortly after the grapes are crushed. Hence a leaser amount of polyphenols in the final product.

Antioxidants are substances that can protect cells from damage caused by molecules called free radicals. Free radicals chemicals can damage important parts of cells, which include proteins, membranes and DNA. When a cell is denatured, by free radicals, it has a higher chance of breaking down and developing cancer. There has been vast studies done on the antioxidants found in red wine. The findings have been good, and has shown that red wine is very beneficial in that they may help inhibit the development of certain cancers. This being due to it high content of Antioxidants... So have a glass of red wine daily, you will promote healthy cellular balance.

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Red wine molecule helps mice live longer !

Red Wine Can Extend Once Lifespan...: "LONDON - A compound found in red wine and grapes can extend the lifespan of obese mice and help them enjoy a healthier old age. The molecule known as resveratrol not only enabled the mice to live longer than other overweight rodents, it also reduced the negative health effects of eating a high-calorie diet." Please check out this article...

Thinking Desert Wine...

Here Is a Desert Wine , I think you might enjoy--- Cherry KIJAFA

Cherry KIJAFA... This is a very inexpensive desert wine. It is wonderful!

Served cold or room temperature. Alcohol 16%. Serve Over ice or straight up. It is a nice meal closer, and greatly compliments chocolate. I like to serve it at the Holidays with homemade chocolate covered maraschino cherries. Please leave the stems on...

It can be mixed with other beverages, I have added a couple recipes below.

The Winery: J.J. Jacobsen. Denmark. The company began making wine in 1841, Cherry KIJAFA was one of the first wines they produced. Can you believe its still around? I hope you will try this wine, and return and give me your thoughts in the way of feedback.

Awards:
"Vino Challenge International Superlative Wine. "
It won the GOLD...1999.

Availability : Generally available. Produced and sold in Denmark. Known to be distributed in parts of United Kingdom, Europe and North America. Regional. Available for on-line ordering in some markets. As a rule most wine stores. and some supper markets carry KIJAFA.

Cherry Martini.. Add a Chocolate Kiss
Shake in iced cocktail shaker & strain
1 ½ oz vodka ( 100 proof)
3/4 oz fresh lime juice
½ oz (cherry Kijafa.
The Ruby...

Shake in iced cocktail shaker & strain
½ oz Galliano
1 oz brandy (3 cl, 1/4 gills)
½ oz cherry Kijafa
½ oz orange juice
Serve in a cocktail glass (4.5 oz)

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ms-giggles

I love your lens! Red Wine is were it at.
Please take a look at my lenses. I sell a drink called Genesis, and in one bottle of Genesis contains the same amount of Resveratrol found in 32 bottles of red wine. For those of us that can't drink alcohol this is a great alternative.
Keep up the good work.
Cheers to your Health
Beth

Posted April 16, 2008

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I love a good red wine. Personal fav's come from the Brossa valley in Australia. 5*'s

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Posted January 28, 2008