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29/01/2021
3 Ideas for Pairing Light Wines
Usually when we think of wine pairing, delicious, but somewhat "heavy" ideas come to mind. Sometimes we want to enjoy a light wine with a light, low-calorie meal. Although the Cabernet Sauvignon red wine pairing is very popular in the region, in Chile we also produce an expressive, elegant, fresh, and lighter grape variety such as Pinot Noir. Remembering the keys to a perfect pairing, these are three ideas for pairing wines with a light texture. Red Wine Pairing Three-color Quinoa Tabbouleh and Fresh Cheese This dish is ideal in a pairing for red wine with fine and smooth tannins like those of organic Pinot Noir. The preparation is simple and the finish is exquisite: Take a bowl and add: one chive chopped into pieces, one cucumber chopped into cubes, two spoonful of basil one cup of cherry tomatoes and cut all of...
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11/01/2021
Discover the Best Sparkling Wine Food Pairing Tips
Sparkling wine is a type of fresh wine that is served cold, perfect to enjoy on special nights, and for many, the ideal refreshment to accompany all kinds of celebrations, especially during the end of the year. As it is usually served before meals, sparkling wine is one of the preferred appetizers. However, if you want to live a different gastronomic experience, this type of wine also offers you an interesting pairing for some preparations. Therefore, if you choose a sparkling wine to toast, it is important that you know the ideal pairing for each flavor or type of dish. What is wine and food pairing? All foods, whether solid or drinkable, are made up of different elements that give them specific characteristics of flavor, texture, aroma, etc. and wine is no exception. The pairing is the appropriate combination of these...
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27/11/2020
5 wine serving temperatures
To enjoy a wine to the fullest, we highly recommend paying attention to the serving temperature. It may sound like a detail, but it can actually make a big difference in your wine experience. The right serving temperature allows you to better appreciate the wine's aromas, texture and taste. If the temperature is too low, we can hardly notice any aromas and acidity is accentuated. If it is too warm, you'll basically just notice the alcohol. How to get it right? It depends on the wine. Here's a quick guide to help you get started. What's the best temperature for red wine? Opposite to popular belief, “room temperature” is not the ideal temperature for red wines, especially considering that “room temperature” is not the same in every country. So here are the basics: if it is a light bodied red wine, like Beaujolais, you can enjoy it...
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11/11/2020
5 myths of organic wine
Does it have preservatives? Is it hard to find? Let's tackle the myths and the most common doubts about organic wine. What is an organic wine? There are two things that are very important to mention: First, organic wine is made with organic grapes, this means, grapes free of any chemical agents and certified as such. Second, the care for the environment is paramount in the entire production process. In the organic vineyard management products that may damage the soil are not allowed, natural fertilizers, like compost, are used in order to maintain a healthy soil and preserve its biological balance. The same goes for pesticides and herbicides, all natural; no chemicals are allowed. So, if you're looking in decrease the amount of food related chemical intake, organic food and organic wine are good options. Another benefit of organic wine is...
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