Bold Red

Red Full bodied

Bold red wines: full-bodied, tannic, and intense. Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Malbec, and more.

Bold Red wine style — watercolor illustration

Serving Guide

Temperature
16–18°C
Glass Type
bordeaux
Decanting
60 min
Aging Potential
5-10 Years

Typical Grape Varieties

Cabernet Sauvignon Malbec Mourvedre Nebbiolo Petite Sirah Syrah/Shiraz

Regions for This Style

Mendoza 1878 wines Napa Valley 1374 wines Toscana 1260 wines California 1200 wines Rioja 1175 wines Bourgogne 1167 wines Central Valley (CL) 910 wines Douro 875 wines

Food Pairings

Barbecue ●●●●● Appetizer ●●●●● Baked Potato ●●●●● Aperitif ●●●●● Beans ●●●●● Chestnut ●●●●● Chicken ●●●●● Asian Food ●●●●●

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About This Style

Full-bodied red wines with intense fruit concentration, firm tannins, and often oak aging. These powerful wines pair with rich meats and aged cheeses. Expect flavors of dark fruit, spice, and often a long, warming finish.

At a Glance

Wines
6
Wine Type
Red
Body
Full

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