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Everything on Tiedemann on Wines, organised by topic.
Serving & Storage
- How Cold Should Wine Be? Serving Temperature Guide — Start Champagne at 8-10°C (46-50°F), light white and rosé around 7-10°C (45-50°F), full-bodied white at 10-13°C (50-55°F), light red around 12-15°C…
- How Long Does Wine Last After Opening? (By Wine Type) — Opened still rosé can remain relatively fresh for up to five days when it is reclosed, stored upright, and refrigerated.
Wine Basics
- How to Taste Wine and Write a Useful Tasting Note — Look at the wine, smell it, take a small sip if you choose, and record sensations before guessing at grape, origin or quality.
- Types of Red Wine: 10 Essential Varietals, Explained — The main types of red wine are named for their grape variety, and ten cover most shelves: Pinot Noir, Gamay, Grenache, Sangiovese, Tempranillo, Merlot,…