Fundamentally speaking, red wines are made with red grapes such as Cabernet Sauvignon and white wines are made with white grapes such as  Pinot Grigio. What’s interesting is that nearly all wines we find in the marketplace were originally made from one species of grape calledVitis vinifera.

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3 Tips on Sourcing Bold Red Wines

You don’t have to spend a lot of money to enjoy rich red wines but you do need to pay attention to a few details:  

  • Elevated alcohol: Alcohol adds intensity to the flavor, check if the wine is at or above 14% ABV.
  • Hot climate: It’s possible to make rich red wines in cool climates, but the boldest wines come from hot places. 
  • Turn up the blends: We all know Cabernet Sauvignon is bold, but adding a touch of Syrah or Malbec really bumps up the volume.

Looking for great value? Here’s a list of regions and varieties for bold red wines under $20

Thanks Madeleine @ WineFolly
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