Wine Color Matters
The five colors of wine are: red, white, pink, yellow, or orange color is one of the most fundamental descriptors of wine.
Having a clean, clear glass allows you to observe the color of your wine. Is it purple, ruby, brick red, or brown? The more brown you see in your glass, the older your Cabernet may be.
When you hold your glass at a 30-degree angle, notice that difference in the color from the core to the edges. The edges of your glass will typically show a variance in color before the more concentrated center.
What is the difference between red and white?
Red wines are loved for their soft, rich, and velvety flavors, whereas white wines are loved for their zesty acidity, floral aromas, and pure fruit notes. To achieve these results, winemakers enlist two very different methods of winemaking. The largest difference between red winemaking and white winemaking is the oxidation that causes the wines to lose their floral and fruit notes in exchange for rich, nutty flavors and more smoothness. To increase oxygen, winemakers use oak barrels because they breathe and allow the wine to ingress oxygen. To reduce the exposure to oxygen, winemakers use stainless steel tanks, which ensures that wines retain their fruitiness and flower flavors.