Elegant Red

Red Medium bodied

Elegant red wines: refined, complex, and terroir-driven. Pinot Noir, Nebbiolo, and Sangiovese.

Elegant Red wine style — watercolor illustration

Serving Guide

Temperature
16–18°C
Glass Type
burgundy
Decanting
45 min
Aging Potential
10+ Years

Typical Grape Varieties

Cabernet Franc Nebbiolo Pinot Noir Sangiovese

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

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

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About This Style

Elegant reds prioritize finesse, complexity, and terroir expression. Often from prestigious appellations, these wines reveal layers of flavor that evolve in the glass. Silky tannins and a seamless structure define the style.

At a Glance

Wines
4
Wine Type
Red
Body
Medium

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