Red Wine Day

Red Wine Day is celebrated every year on August 28 by all connoisseurs of this delicious and noble grape drink. Studies have shown that drinking red wine in moderation can offer health benefits, such as protecting the body from cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes, as well as reducing anxiety. Red wine is rich in antioxidants that may reduce the risk of these diseases by 25–40%!

History

Red Wine Day has been celebrated since 2014. The holiday was created by Jace Shoemaker-Galloway, a red wine enthusiast.

Interesting Facts

Learn more about red wine on this holiday:

1. The rich dark ruby color of red wine comes from the grape skins and the plant pigment anthocyanin. White wine can actually be made from dark grape varieties if the skins are removed before fermentation.
2. When tasting red wine, you may notice aromas of cherries, other berries, herbs, or jams. These notes are the result of grape fermentation and aging in oak barrels, with no flavor additives.
3. White wine is actually younger than red. White wine is made from green and yellow grape varieties, which are the result of a DNA mutation in red grapes. Pinot Noir and Pinot Blanc share the same DNA!
4. The best grape variety for winemaking is Vitis vinifera, originally from Eastern Europe. Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and other world-famous wines are made exclusively from this species, while other grape varieties (about 70 of them) are rarely used in winemaking.
5. Red wine “fades” as it ages. The oldest known wines are less intense in color and almost translucent. The oldest wine made from grapes harvested in 1775 is of Spanish origin and is called Jerez de la Frontera. Only five bottles of this rare artifact remain in the world, and it has a transparent appearance.

How to Take Part

Celebrating Red Wine Day is a great excuse to enjoy a glass of red wine! Invite family members or friends to a wine party, buy several varieties, and host a sommelier competition. Who will be able to guess the wine by taste and aroma?

When is Red Wine Day in 2025?

Red Wine Day is observed on August 28 each year.

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