Red wine does not have to be intimidating. Start with a few major styles and compare body, tannin, acidity, fruit, and oak.
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Pinot Noir
Usually lighter-bodied, with red fruit and earthy notes. Good with poultry, salmon, mushrooms, and soft cheese.
Merlot
Often medium-bodied and soft, with plum, black cherry, and cocoa notes.
Cabernet Sauvignon
Fuller-bodied, structured, and commonly marked by dark fruit, tannin, and oak.
Malbec
Rich and fruit-forward, often with blackberry, plum, and smoky notes.
Red Blends
Styles vary widely but many are designed to be smooth, approachable, and fruit-forward.
Syrah or Shiraz
Usually bold, with dark fruit, pepper, smoke, or savory notes depending on origin.
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