Recommended Serving Temperatures for Wine

Recommended Serving Temperatures for Wine

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Here are the recommended serving temperatures for various types of wine in degrees Celsius:

Sparkling Wine/Champagne: 6-8°C 


This temperature range enhances the refreshing and effervescent qualities of sparkling wines.

White and Rosé Wines:

  • Light, crisp whites (e.g., Sauvignon Blanc): 8-10°C 
  • Full-bodied whites (e.g., Chardonnay): 10-12°C 
  • Rosé wines: 8-12°C 

Serving these wines at slightly cooler temperatures brings out their fruity and floral characteristics.

Light-Bodied Red Wines:

  • Young, fruity reds (e.g., Beaujolais): 12-14°C 
  • Light-bodied reds (e.g., Pinot Noir): 14-16°C 

These temperatures allow the delicate aromas and flavours of light red wines to shine.

Medium to Full-Bodied Red Wines:

  • Merlot, Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon: 16-18°C 

Serving these reds at slightly warmer temperatures helps to reveal their complexity and softens the tannins.

Fortified Wines (e.g., Port, Sherry):

  • Tawny Ports: 12-16°C 
  • Vintage Ports and sweet Sherries: 16-18°C 

These warmer temperatures enhance the rich, sweet characteristics of fortified wines.

In conclusion

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Remember that these are general guidelines, and personal preference plays a role in serving temperatures. Feel free to experiment and adjust according to your taste preferences. It's better to start with a slightly cooler temperature and let the wine warm up in the glass if needed, rather than serving it too warm initially. Cheers to enjoying your wine at its optimal temperature!

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