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Cocktails, Wine Pairings, and Ciders to Welcome Fall
As the leaves turn and temperatures drop, autumn invites you to indulge in rich flavors and cozy comforts. These fall...
By: Beau Farrell on November 05, 2020
Red wine is a great choice for fall weather and the meals that go with it. But how do you pick the right red wine? Of course, the choice comes down to your individual taste, but there are a few ways to evaluate red wine that can help you find a new favorite or just make the perfect pairing.
Wine is judged, professionally and casually, in five main areas: Color, aroma, bouquet, taste, and aftertaste. Keep in mind that the criteria for each changes with the many types of wine and their varieties – so the things that make a good red wine good might not be so desirable in a white wine or a rosé, for example.
Here's what to look (and smell and taste) for in a red wine:
If you know what you're looking for, you can't go wrong with a good red wine – it's just a question of how well you can match the wine to the occasion. Shop online at Haskell's or stop in for the right wine at the right price!
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