Winerist is the leading wine and food travel marketplace, with over 1,000 experiences in 75 destinations. Here, they share with us top destinations for red wine lovers.
Whether you like it tannic or light, smoky or fruity, new or old world, young or old, there is a perfect wine region for every red wine lover. Winerist's customers loved these destinations below in 2015. Of course, there are some famous names which are synonymous with popular and widely available wines. As wine lovers get to experiment with new wine regions and grape varieties, we will see a shift to new destinations. We will reveal the up and coming destinations for red wine lovers next week! But first, here are the most popular red wine destinations:
Bordeaux, France
Of course every wine lover has dreamed of getting accidentally (cough) locked in Chateaux Lafite, Latour, Mouton-Rothschild, Margaux or Haut-Brion cellars for the night (or for life, for some of us). But until you get the chance to sleep in one of their barrels or treat yourself to one of their prestigious bottles, discover some of the 4,000 Chateaux scattered around Bordeaux dedicated to the production of these legendary red wines.
Bordeaux can be divided into two distinct areas: the left bank (where Merlot dominates) and the right bank (where Cabernet Sauvignon is king). The balance of wine depends on its structure and composition, whether it is Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon dominant. The French say that “le Merlot fait le beau et le Cabernet fait le bouquet" (the Merlot brings the beautiful color and the Cabernet Sauvignon the powerful aromas). And that's quite true!
Simple red Bordeaux wines are generally fruity and supple on the palate with round and soft tannins. They display delicate floral notes (like violets) as well as blackcurrant and blackberry aromas. If you prefer more robust wines, reds from the Médoc and Haut-Médoc Bordeaux Superieur appellations generally produce wines with deeper tannins, richness and complexity. The black fruit aromas are usually paired with licorice, soft spices, toasted bread and vanilla characteristics from the oak aging.
Love Bordeaux reds?
Drink wine of course! Winerist offers great wine tastings and wine tours in some of the region's best wineries. Why not visit the Médoc for the day on a private tasting tour? You will visit three charming wine estates and learn about the secrets of heritage winemaking directly from the winemakers. The best part is when you get to blend your wine to take home!
Where to stay/taste?
Don't miss a stop to Chateau Maison Noble Saint Martin, located in the heart of the prestigious vineyards of Bordole and Apelyasen Entre Deux Mers, which gives the richness and the authenticity of taste to all wines.
Too much wine at the Chateau? Don't worry, within the estate of Veranda Chateau Maison Noble is a hotel welcoming you to stay in an authentic atmosphere, where comfortable, cosy rooms are specially prepared for each of their guests.
Tuscany, Italy
Every Italian region has a gem of its own and for Tuscany, it is without any doubt red wine. Among the olive trees, cypresses and endless rows of vines, the medieval hills of Tuscany are home to small family owned wineries, each of them dedicated to producing unique wines embodying their fattoria's history, tradition and family. At the hilly heart of the Chianti zone, between Florence and Siena, lies the Chianti Classico area. Made from Sangiovese, Chianti Classico wines are, by their powerful structure and aging potential, “the Bordeauxs of Italy." They display beautiful aromas of prunes, chestnuts and oak along with sappy, almost farmyard-like characteristics, supported by a tannic structure and a ruby color. Try it with a Fiorentine steak!
What to do?
Ever dreamed of riding an old mythical Italian car through the roads of Chianti? Well this is your lucky day! Discover the heart of the region in a Fiat 500. After riding through the beautiful countryside, the day will end in a Renaissance villa with wine and local specialities (I'm talking Chianti Classico, Italian cheese charcuterie and Bruschetta). What else?
Where to taste/stay?
Stay at Fonte de' Medici, an ideal place to relax, enjoy the local culture, food, wine and sport in the heart of the Chianti Classico region. Around the village lie the vineyards belonging to the Antinori Family, which produce two of their best-known wines: Tignanello and Solaia.
Rioja, Spain
Every wine lover knows that Rioja is Spain's most famous red. It is the only Spanish region along with Priorat to benefit from the prestigious “Denominaciòn de Origen Calificada" (DOC), a strict appellation reserved for the kings of wines. And after tasting even only one sip of this Spanish elixir, you can immediately understand why.
Even though the area is divided into 3 subregions (Rioja Alta, Rioja Baja, Rioja Alavesa) each producing a particular kind of wine from Tempranillo grapes, a Rioja DOC can rarely disappoint you. The wine displays ripe black fruit aromas balanced with savory, sappy and leathery notes, while a vein of tannin adds structure and further complexity. Most Riojas are aged in small American or French oak barrels, adding sweet, vanilla and toasted notes to the wine.
Care for a glass of Rioja?
This wine tour will take you to three selected wineries where you will meet the winemakers and enjoy a 5-course meal with matching Spanish wines!
Where to stay/taste?
Viura Hotel is an outstanding new hotel in Villabuena de Alava, in the enchanting wine region of La Rioja, Spain. Only 20 minutes away from Logrono and Haro, and 10 minutes from legendary wineries such as Ysios and Marques de Riscal.
The architecture of the hotel will amaze any visitor, thanks to the use of luxurious materials and cutting-edge technology.
Mendoza, Argentina
Fancy full bodied, big, ripe and powerful red wines? Then you must have tried an Argentinian Malbec! The vineyards in Mendoza are tucked up against the Andes and produce rich, intensely fruity and age-worthy reds with blackberry, plum and dark cherry flavors. Wines that have benefited from oak aging will display notes of violet, chocolate, leather and sweet tobacco.
Did you know that most winemakers in this area specify the altitude of their vineyards on their labels? The higher the vineyard, the cooler the nights, which has a beneficial effect on the wine's acidity and color.
What to do?
Go off the beaten path horse riding from winery to winery while sampling wines from boutique estates and tucking into a delicious lunch right at the winery.
Where to stay/taste?
The perfect place to stay for wine lovers is Finca Adalgisa, a little paradise situated within an old vineyard of Malbec vines. Finca Adalgisa is located in the village of Chacras de Coria, 20 minutes away from the city of Mendoza, at the heart of Mendoza's Wine Route, with many wineries and vineyards within easy reach.
Barossa Valley, Australia
The Barossa Valley is home to some of the oldest Shiraz vines in the world—no wonder they produce some of the best new world red wines! The region is synonymous to chunky wines with oak and chocolate aromas. The very hot climate of the region means that the grapes ripen very quickly and contain high level of sugar balanced by a low acidity. Some of the best wines benefit from oak aging in small American oak barrels, adding further smoothness, consistency, coconut and dill aromas to the wine.
What to do?
Discover the best of two world-renowned wine regions: Barossa Valley and Adelaide Hills. You will spend the day (in a private limousine!) riding through the breathtaking landscapes South Australia has to offer, making stops to some of the oldest wineries for wine tastings and a gourmet lunch.
Curious what the most popular white wine regions are? Check out the Winerist's recommendations.
Original: https://www.vivino.com/wine-news/most-popular-destinations-for-red-wine-lovers
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