Discover the 5 Different Types of Wine<\/p>\n

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Understanding the different types of wine helps to know their tastes and ways to pair them with food. Characterizing wine into red or white is not as simple as using the eye to classify color. Instead, every type of wine has its own aroma, identity, and character that influence its flavor.<\/p>\n

Research shows that drinking a glass of wine occasionally is good for health. The wine offers antioxidants that protect the body against inflammation and heart disease. That said, it becomes vital to understand the different types of wine. Here is a simple classification.<\/p>\n

1.\u00a0\u00a0 White Wines<\/h2>\n

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White wines originate either from white or black grapes that winemakers ferment without the skin. The best way to make white wine is to remove the red pigments and focus only on the grape juice. They have a good flavor with a savory and bright appearance.<\/p>\n

When making white wines, winemakers tend to focus on the fruit\u2019s fresh flavors and acidity. Besides the skin, another major difference between red and white wine is tannins. Wines with no to little skin contact end up pink or white and have a low tannin content.<\/p>\n

White wines pair well with light-intensity meats such as fish, poultry, and soft cheese. Pinot Grigio<\/a>, a famous Italian white wine, is excellent with seafood. Others include Chardonnay, Muscat Blanc, Muscadet, and White Burgundy.<\/p>\n

2.\u00a0\u00a0 Red Wine<\/h2>\n