Red wine is a type of wine made from dark-coloured (black) grape varieties. The actual colour of the wine can range from intense violet, typical of young wines, through to brick red for mature wines and brown for older red wines.
Food Property | Type | Description |
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Flavor Profile | Sweet | Typically dry, but can have subtle fruit sweetness |
Sour | Acidity from grapes and fermentation process | |
Bitter | Tannins from grape skins and seeds | |
Umami | Rich and savory from aging process | |
Texture | Moisture | Liquid form |
Nutritional Value | Macronutrients | Low in calories, carbs, and protein |
Micronutrients | Minimal micronutrients | |
Phytochemicals | Contains antioxidants such as resveratrol | |
Color | Natural Pigments | Deep red color from grape skins |
Aroma | Volatile Compounds | Aroma compounds from grape varietals and fermentation process |
Chemical Composition | Acidity/Alkalinity (pH) | Typically acidic with a pH range of 3.3-3.6 |
Cooking Behavior | Heat Conductivity | Typically not used for cooking, meant for consumption as is. |
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