red wine
Taste Profile
Primary Flavor
tannic
Intensity
strong
Flavor Notes
Pairs Well With
Cooking Behavior
Red wine provides deep color, tannins, and rich fruit flavors. It pairs best with red meats and hearty stews. The tannins mellow with long cooking. Avoid very tannic wines as they can become bitter when reduced.
Best Techniques
Common Mistakes
- Using very tannic wines that turn bitter
- Not reducing long enough
- Using with delicate fish or chicken (overpowers)