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Neil Martin92 points
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Allen Meadows91 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2015
- Brand Jean Tardy
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Domaine Jean Tardy Nuits-St-Georges Bas De Combe Vieilles Vignes 2015"(from 80-year-old vines adjacent to Vosne-Romanée): Moderately saturated dark..."$169.99 -
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Allen Meadows92 points
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Vinous92 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2015
- Brand Domaine Faiveley
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Domaine Faiveley Nuits-St-Georges 'Aux Chaignots' 2015"Bright red with ruby tones. Sexy scents of raspberry, redcurrant, rose petal ..."$225.01 -
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- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Domaine Prieure Roch
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Domaine Prieure Roch Clos De Corvees 2016"Domaine Prieure Roch has a long history and relationship with DRC and is rela..."$729.99 -
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2017
- Brand Domaine Prieure Roch
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Domaine Prieure Roch Nuits St Georges Vv 1er Cru 2017"Produced from some of the oldest vines on the Clos de Corvee plot at an avera..."$425.00 -
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Decanter96 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Domaine Thibault Liger-Belair
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Domaine Thibault Liger Belair Nuits St Georges 'Les St Georges' 1er Cru 2018 Magnum"from a huge 2.10 ha parcel; 35% whole cluster but without the central stem S..."$800.00 -
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- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Domaine Thibault Liger-Belair
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Domaine Thibault Liger-Belair Bourgogne Les Deux Terres 2018"The Cuvée Bourgogne Les Deux Terres comes from this marriage between the crus..."$95.00 -
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Domaine Thibault Liger-Belair
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Domaine Thibault Liger-Belair Bourgogne Rouge 'Les Grands Chaillots' 2018"For more than two decades, Thibault Liger-Belair has been following organic a..."$70.00 -
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Domaine Thibault Liger-Belair
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Domaine Thibault Liger-Belair Bourgogne Rouge 'Les Grands Chaillots' 2018 Magnum 1.5L"For more than two decades, Thibault Liger-Belair has been following organic a..."$140.00 -
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Neal Martin90 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2017
- Brand Domaine Thibault Liger-Belair
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Domaine Thibault Liger-Belair Chambolle Musigny Vieilles Vignes 2017"For more than two decades, Thibault Liger-Belair has been following organic a..."$250.00 -
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Neal Martin90 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2017
- Brand Domaine Thibault Liger-Belair
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Domaine Thibault Liger-Belair Chambolle Musigny Vieilles Vignes Magnum 2017"For more than two decades, Thibault Liger-Belair has been following organic a..."$250.00 -
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Burghound90 points
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Wine Spectator93 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2017
- Brand Domaine Henri Gouges
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Henri Gouges Nuits-Saint-Georges 2017"Domaine Henri Gouges is a well regarded Pinot Noir producer in the Nuits-Sain..."$130.99 -
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Decanter93 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Domaine Thibault Liger-Belair
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Thibault Liger-Belair Vosne Romanee Aux Reas 2018"Aux Réas is on the south side of Vosne, touching Nuits-St-Georges. For a 'sim..."$300.00 -
Red Wine
Red wine is made from dark-colored grape varieties. The juice from these grapes is used to make red wine, and during the fermentation process, the juice is in contact with the grape skins, which gives red wine its color. The most common types of red wine include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, and Shiraz/Syrah. The flavors of red wine can range from fruity to spicy, and the tannins (a naturally occurring compound that can make wine taste dry) can range from low to high. Red wine is typically served at room temperature and is often paired with red meat and strong cheeses.
Red wine is typically aged in oak barrels before it is bottled, which can add flavors and aromas such as vanilla, spice, and toast to the wine. The aging process can also affect the tannins and acidity of the wine, making it taste smoother and more balanced. Different types of red wine are typically enjoyed with different types of food. For example, a bold, full-bodied red wine like a Cabernet Sauvignon is often paired with red meat, while a lighter, fruitier red wine like a Pinot Noir is often paired with fish or poultry. In addition, there are also variations in red wine depending on the region of production, for instance, red wine from Bordeaux region of France are known for its complexity and aging potential, whereas red wine from Tuscany region of Italy are known for its rustic and earthy notes.
Red wine can be made using a variety of techniques and methods, each of which can affect the final taste and quality of the wine. For example, some winemakers use "cold soak" techniques to extract more color and flavor from the grapes. Cold soak is a method in which the grapes are left to macerate in the juice at a low temperature for a period of time before fermentation, this can extract more color and flavor from the grape skins without extracting too much tannin from the seeds. Other winemakers use "whole cluster fermentation" techniques to extract more complexity and depth from the wine. Whole cluster fermentation refers to fermenting the grapes with the stems included, which can add more tannin and structure to the wine.
The alcohol content of red wine can vary, but it is typically around 12-15% alcohol by volume (ABV). Some red wines, particularly those from warmer regions or those made using certain techniques, can have a higher alcohol content. For example, some Zinfandel wines produced in California can reach up to 16% alcohol by volume.
The flavor and aroma of red wine can be influenced by many factors, including the grape variety, the terroir (soil, climate, and topography) of the vineyard, and the winemaking techniques used. For example, a Pinot Noir from a cool climate region will have a high acidity and fruity flavors, while a Shiraz from a warm climate region will have a higher alcohol content, a more full-bodied texture, and a more spicy and black pepper profile.
Different styles of red wine can be enjoyed at different occasions, for example, some red wines are best consumed young and fresh, while others are meant to be aged for several years. For example, a young and fresh Beaujolais wine made from Gamay grapes can be consumed within a year or two, while a Bordeaux wine made from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes can be aged for several years.
Different types of red wine are typically enjoyed with different types of food. For example, a bold, full-bodied red wine like a Cabernet Sauvignon is often paired with red meat, while a lighter, fruitier red wine like a Pinot Noir is often paired with fish or poultry.
Different regions also have their signature red wines, for instance, red wine from Bordeaux region of France are known for its complexity and aging potential, whereas red wine from Tuscany region of Italy are known for its rustic and earthy notes.