National Red Wine Day ~
August 28!!!
August 28 is National Red Wine Day!!! It’s always a good time for red wine; but, it is especially good on August 28, National Red Wine Day!!! This is the day we throw out all those stuffy rules about how and when to drink this nectar from the gods. Instead, we grab our trendiest glass and savor the taste of our favorite red wine (or wines)!!!
Red wines including such varietals as merlot, pinot noir, Bordeaux, cabernet sauvignon and blends like shiraz, don’t always have to rest at a temperature of between 65-70 degrees before you can enjoy a glass. In fact, there are some experts who say it’s perfectly acceptable to refrigerate red wines and drink them cold, especially during exceptionally hot weather. So, ignore the wine snobs, make your choice and commit to drinking responsibly. Then, hoist your glass in a toast to National Red Wine Day.
WHY DO WE LOVE NATIONAL RED WINE DAY?! ~ LET’S COUNT THE WAYS!!!
Red wine helps to keep us healthy. A five-ounce glass of wine is fat-free, cholesterol-free, and only 100 calories. But in addition to helping keep you slim and trim, red wine helps to keep your brain sharp. Resveratrol is in the skin of red grapes, and it’s the mortal enemy of beta-amyloid — a protein that’s a contributing factor to Alzheimer’s Disease. So, a glass of wine here and there can slow down the formation of this bad guy. Looks like they weren’t kidding when they said, “Let’s drink to your health.”
Sangria! Sangria is a refreshing way to cool off in the summer. It’s also a great way to expand your taste buds’ horizons. There’s literally no end to the varieties of Sangria. Some recipes even contain bitters or Italian amaro liqueurs (an herbal liqueur with a bitter sweet taste). However, being that it’s National Red Wine Day, you probably want to stick with a red wine-based sangria. But, if you sneak some white wine into the party, we won’t think any less of you…okay, maybe just a little!!!
Red wine makes food taste better. Drinking a glass of red wine isn’t the only way to celebrate National Red Wine Day. Wine not only pairs well with food but it’s a key ingredient in some amazingly tasty dishes. There are standard dishes like Spaghetti Bolognese that have red wine infused in the sauce. But, if you’re a more more adventurous foodie, try some cabernet apple slaw. You’ll also be happy to know that red wine is a nice complement to a spiced pear bread pudding!!!
ACTIVITIES TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL RED WINE DAY!!!
Time to eat, drink and be merry!!! In honor of this national holiday, some restaurants may offer a special deal on, you guessed it, red wine!!! Instead of going for a single, heavy meal, you may want to consider a tapas crawl. Small plates are shareable and they won’t make you drowsy. However, red wine does contain melatonin, so you might have to fight the urge to catch some z’s and take a nap!!!
You may try making sangria with your friends! There are too many types of sangria for you to make by yourself. Instead invite your friends to bring over their own sangria recipes so you can taste and compare. Have everyone suggest a flavor, and settle on a recipe that combines the best of each idea.
You may want to try cooking and unwinding with a glass of wine!!! Make a meal using red wine. You don’t have to look very hard to find recipes for wine-based apps, entrees, or desserts. We have a feeling that the pairings will be spot on and amazing!!!
A Timeline to National Red Wine Day ~ From Now to the Past!!!
The 1800s to 2000s…
New Varieties of Wine Begin to Emerge ~
Vineyards in California, Australia, and South America start producing wines to rival those from Europe. In fact, the vineyards in the Napa and Sonoma Valleys of California produce some of the world’s most sought after wines!!!
The 1500s to 1700s…
Spanish Wine Debuts in the New World ~
The Spanish Conquistadors and immigrants bring wine to the Americas as a completely new alcoholic beverage.
The 1300s to the 1500s…
Don’t drink the water ~
For many years, Europe did not have a steady supply of clean drinking water causing the public (including children) to drink wine, instead.
800 B.C. …
Greek Wines Begin to Take Root ~
The ancient Greeks perfect wine and use it for trade, religion, and health. As they conquer new lands, they plant grape vines, including in Spain and Italy.
4100 B.C. …
The First Winery ~
The oldest-known winery is discovered in what is now known as Armenia.
DO YOU LIKE WINE?! ~ Over 80 percent of the world’s population says, “Yes!”
THE 5 MOST POPULAR TYPES OF WINE:
TAKE NOTE: RED IS NUMBER ONE!!!
WOULD YOU LIKE SOME CHEESE WITH YOUR WINE?!
Roughly 15{6240f97e29b4159de6ff78317e10f820a7e2f517694b3d1c4628c71d0a3ac8d8} of Americans love wine and cheese and consider it a perfect pairing. However, a mere 12{6240f97e29b4159de6ff78317e10f820a7e2f517694b3d1c4628c71d0a3ac8d8} like to pair wine with their meal—cheese or no cheese. Go Here to Get Amazing Premium Cheeses and American Wagyu Beef delivered to your door along with your wine.
A GLASS OR A WHOLE BOTTLE?!
An estimated 12{6240f97e29b4159de6ff78317e10f820a7e2f517694b3d1c4628c71d0a3ac8d8} of Americans claim to have finished an entire bottle of wine all by themselves while 8{6240f97e29b4159de6ff78317e10f820a7e2f517694b3d1c4628c71d0a3ac8d8} of Americans say wine is their alcoholic beverage of choice.
Three Wine Facts Your Friends Only Wish They Knew!!!
Oenophobia: Oenophobia is the scientific term to describe people with a fear of wine. Yes, that is a totally true phobia. Who knew?!!!
Red versus white wine tasting is all about expectations. In blind taste tests, even oenology students have trouble telling the difference between a red and a white wine.
Do you like long legs? Your wine has legs; but, these legs do not mean what you think they do. Instead of demonstrating quality, a wine’s legs tell you the wine has a high alcohol content.