How to Read a Wine Label

The label of a wine is its business card with consumers. The information we find on it can be quite varied, depending on the producing and marketing house. Nevertheless, the wine label must contain relevant information regarding the wine it holds. The wine label is a fundamental part of a bottle of wine. It includes the brand (trade name), the type of wine (table wine, selection, dessert wine, etc.), technical data that are required in some countries for marketing, such as alcohol percentage, net content of the bottle, denomination, and address of where it was bottled (not always the place of origin of the vineyards), and the origin of the wine. All the above data are sometimes mandatory, depending on the country. With this information, we can obtain the technical sheet of a wine. This information is relevant because it allows us to form an opinion about the wine. Some other labels add information that is relevant for those who like to know more about the wine they are purchasing. Sometimes, there is an oenological description, such as the characteristics of the wine to the eye, in aroma, and taste. They may also indicate the ideal temperature for consumption or gastronomic recommendations to enhance its flavor. With all the information provided by the wine label, we can make a more informed purchase decision based on the purpose of the purchase, whether it is for cooking, drinking alone, or pairing with certain types of dishes. Below, we present some recipes for you to start practicing what you learned. These cooking recipes can be used for pairing, cooking, or simply to accompany these dishes. Refreshing sparkling wine with grapefruit. This wine cocktail is very refreshing thanks to the touch of grapefruit it has; try this recipe. See recipe here Red wine cupcakes. Delicious cupcake flavored and covered with chocolate with a touch of red wine. See recipe here Hibiscus and red wine jelly. This is a delicious sweet and sour jelly recipe that I used to make with my mom 20 years ago. See recipe here Salmon wrapped with lemon and white wine. An easy recipe to prepare salmon wrapped with a sauce of white wine, lemon, and shallots. See recipe here Chicken in red wine. A tasty way to prepare chicken in a sauce based on red wine with pearl onions and mushrooms. See recipe here Skewers of shrimp marinated in white wine. Shrimp skewers are delicious grilled or on the barbecue. Combined with vegetables, they look very appealing. See recipe here Roasted figs in red wine sauce. A very easy dessert to prepare but with a delicious flavor for the most sophisticated palates. See recipe here Refreshing wine drink with strawberries. A delicious drink to enjoy on a hot day. Try this refreshing wine drink with strawberries. See recipe here Marinated olives. A Mediterranean snack with innovation. These olives should be prepared a couple of days in advance and left in their marinade of lemon, tarragon, and curry. See recipe here Greek salad. Fresh salad with Mediterranean flavor. See recipe here If you want to know all the recipes we have with wine, click here