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Fruity Light-Bodied Reds

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Cooking One on One

By John Ash

Published 2004

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These can also be described as fresh, lively, juicy, clean, straightforward, soft wines. They are usually light, vibrant, and translucent red in color, lower in alcohol than other reds, with little or no oak or tannins. (Tannins are the astringent compounds that give you that “dry mouth” feeling—think strong black tea.) Typical aromas and flavors include cherry, strawberry, raspberry, rose, and “soda pop.” Popular varieties made in this style include Gamay, Pinot Noir, Grenache, Merlot, Zinfandel, and often blends of two or more grapes. The popular French Beaujolais Nouveau, whose release every November has become a wine-marketing event, is a fruity, light-bodied red.

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