Wine Myths Falsify

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From the accurate kind of glass to the accurate food pairing to the right age–there are several myths that vail our wine drinking culture. In this article we disperse some of the most omnipresent wine myths to make your wine drinking experience more pleasurable. We often come across myths and delusions that are believed as easily as proven facts. Have you not heard of the common mistaken beliefs like the colour red agitates bulls or that Napolean was a short man? Myths and tall tales survive everywhere, so why part alone the world of wine? We explode the bubble of five popular wine myths to free your palate.

Oak Barrels confer their flavours to the wine

Practising oak barrels has been one of the most ancestral practices of ageing wine and uniting with a smoky flavour. However, with the expanding demand for inexpensive, disposable bottles, it isn’t cost-effective to utilise these exorbitant oak barrels. Instead, wineries have come up with the action of using oak by-products to grasp the same flavours that are available at relatively low cost. Oak chips and pieces, apart from liquid oak additives, are used to add the delectable smoky flavours to your favourite wine, making it delicious, and simultaneously affordable.

Summer drink is Rose

The soft sweet aroma of juicy berries and tropical citrus fruits make the rosé an ideal aperitif for summer. However, it is also a perfect accompaniment on the picnic table and can be a great pairing for your festive and celebratory meals. The sweet, refreshing and acidic palate of the rosé helps enhance the flavours on your plate and makes it an excellent drink all year round.

Blended Wines aren’t as non-blended ones
One of the most common myths in the wine world is that blended wines aren’t as good as their non-blended counterparts. While certain, improper blends are capable of leaving a bad taste, a controlled and well-blended wine created by an experienced winemaker is capable of being a harmonious whole; a lot better than its non-blended cousins. So, the next time you head out for a fancy date, don’t fret and drink up your Bordeaux and Chiantis in style.

Aged wines taste better

One of the most common myths in the wine world is that blended wines aren’t as good as their non-blended counterparts. While certain, improper blends are capable of leaving a bad taste, a controlled and well-blended wine created by an experienced winemaker is capable of being a harmonious whole; a lot better than its non-blended cousins. So, the next time you head out for a fancy date, don’t fret and drink up your Bordeaux and Chiantis in style.

Let the wine breathe past drinking

When was the last time you opened a bottle of wine and left it aside to breathe? Studies show that the common belief of letting a wine bottle stay open to enhance its taste is a myth! The practice of leaving a bottle open before chugging it down is simply an act of futility, as in most cases, the neck of the bottle is too narrow to let the wine come in contact with air. The solution? Decant it. If you want to aerate your drink, the process of pouring the wine from one container to another, also known as decantation, and leaving it open for an hour in a wide-mouthed container is the only way to let it breathe. So, grab the bottle from the shelf and begin pouring. Go ahead and uncork a bottle for a session of enjoyable and responsible drinking. Cheers!