Different types of wine

Wine can be a great companion to food, as well as great for your health. There are many different kinds of wine, as well as many different kinds of food they are best paired with. This week, the focus will be on red wine, which not only tastes good, it contains antioxidants which can be great for your heart. It also can prevent against artery damage, when consumed in moderation. The many varieties of red wine can provide a pallet of different kinds of meals, when paired with the right dishes.

Merlot is a very well known red wine, and is compatible with almost every kind of food. It is known to be easy and smooth to drink, and great for people who are just getting acclimated to the taste of wine. It is grown worldwide in many varieties, and is made from the merlot grape. 

Pinot Noir is another wine that is favored by many people. It is very difficult to grow the grapes that Pinot Noir is made from, which are mostly grown in France. With a very distinctive, fruity taste, Pinot Noir is paired best with grilled salmon, chicken, and lamb. 

Malbec, also originating in France, is now largely grown in Argentina. It is known for its taste of plums and spices, and is typically smooth to drink. It is recommended that Malbec is paired with beef or steak dishes, and is also a good started wine with known health benefits. 

Cabernet Sauvignon is renowned worldwide for it’s flavor, seen as one of the best types of wines available. It is often made using oak treatment, and grown in France, Australia, and Chile. The taste is notably firm, but weakens with age. Cabernet Sauvignon is best in combination with red meat, such as steak. 

Zinfandel grapes are known as one of the most flexible grapes when it comes to making wine. They can be used to make both red and white wines. When they are made into reds, they have a very zesty taste. Grown exclusively in California, Zinfandel reds are best when paired with anything containing tomato sauce such as pasta, pizza, or meats.

With an extensive selection of only the best wines available, La Bottega of Farmingdale is the place to visit. Stop by today for a delicious dish paired with a great red wine.