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Luca Maroni98 points
- Variety Red Blends
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Mirabeau
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Bastioni Della Rocca Leggero Appassimento Puglia 2019"The 2019 Bastioni della Rocca Puglia Appassimento opens with inviting aromati..."$19.99 -
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Luca Maroni98 points
- Variety Red Blends
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Cantine Dei Colli Berici
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 15.0% Alcohol
Cielo E Terra De'Conti Appassimento 100x100 IGT 2020"A truly exceptional wine that is worth trying. The appassimento method used t..."$26.99 -
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Luca Maroni97 points
- Variety Primitivo
- Vintage 2019
- Brand None
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Piccini Frapasso Primitivo 2019"The 2019 Bastioni della Rocca Puglia Appassimento opens with inviting aromati..."$28.00 -
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Sam Kim93 points
- Variety Primitivo
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Rocca Vini Superiori
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Primo Reale Primitivo IGT 2021"Gold Medal winner at Gilbert & Gaillard. A beautiful bouquet of ripe berries,..."$19.99 -
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- Variety Primitivo
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Cantina Ionis
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Cantina Ionis Don Luigi IGP 2018"Don Luigi is harvested at the right point of ripening, de-stemmed, crushed an..."$35.00 -
- Variety Primitivo
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Cantina Ionis
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Cantina Ionis Don Luigi IGP 2019"Don Luigi is harvested at the right point of ripening, de-stemmed, crushed an..."$35.00 -
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Luca Maroni98 points
- Variety Red Blends
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Cantine Dei Colli Berici
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Cielo E Terra 3 Passo Organic Negroamaro Sangiovese 2019""Our wines are crafted by a professional team of agronomists and oenologists,..."$24.99 -
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Luca Maroni98 points
- Variety Red Blends
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Cantine Dei Colli Berici
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Cielo E Terra 3 Passo Organic Negroamaro Sangiovese 2020""Our wines are crafted by a professional team of agronomists and oenologists,..."$29.99 -
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Luca Maroni98 points
- Variety Red Blends
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Cielo e Terra
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
De Conti Appassimento 2019"With the same spirit of Nicolo De’Conti, famous Venetian exploratory, this is..."$19.99 -
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Luca Maroni99 points
- Variety Barbera
- Vintage 2013
- Brand Cantine San Marzano
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Feudi San Marzano Primitivo di Manduria Riserva Anniversario 62 2013"Cantine San Marzano is a cooperative winery in the centre of the Primitivo di..."$50.00 -
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- Variety Susumaniello
- Vintage 2013
- Brand Leone De Castris
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Leone De Castris Per Lui Susumaniello Salento Igt 2013"Deep ruby red colour. The nose has hints of ripe red berries with floral note..."$74.99 -
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Luca Maroni97 points
- Variety Primitivo
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Maestro Italiano
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Maestro Italiano Gran Maestro Primitivo di Manduria 2016"Hand-made and overmatured grape harvesting, soft pressing and controlled ferm..."$28.00 -
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Luca Maroni97 points
- Variety Primitivo
- Vintage 2019
- Brand Maestro Italiano
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Maestro Italiano Gran Maestro Primitivo di Manduria 2019"Hand-made and overmatured grape harvesting, soft pressing and controlled ferm..."$28.00 -
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Gourmet Travell93 points
- Variety Primitivo
- Vintage 2017
- Brand Poggio Anima
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Poggio Anima 'Lilith' Primitivo Salento 2017""According to Jewish folklore, Lilith was the first wife of Adam. She was ban..."$21.99 -
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Gourmet Travell93 points
- Variety Primitivo
- Vintage 2020
- Brand Poggio Anima
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Poggio Anima 'Lilith' Primitivo Salento 2020""According to Jewish folklore, Lilith was the first wife of Adam. She was ban..."$21.99 -
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- Variety Primitivo
- Vintage 2021
- Brand Poggio Anima
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Poggio Anima 'Lilith' Primitivo Salento 2021""According to Jewish folklore, Lilith was the first wife of Adam. She was ban..."$19.99 -
- Variety Primitivo
- Vintage 2017
- Brand San Marzano
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
San Marzano Sessantanni Primitivo di Manduria 2017"Ripe crunchy red forest fruits with notes of candied dark cherries. Rich and ..."$59.99 -
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Luca Maroni99 points
- Variety Primitivo
- Vintage 2018
- Brand San Marzano
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
San Marzano Sessantanni Primitivo di Manduria 2018"Ripe crunchy red forest fruits with notes of candied dark cherries. Rich and ..."$59.99 -
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.