Serving wine is not an exact science. The goal of having the right wine serving temperature is to release the best possible aromatics in the glass without ruining the taste. If your wine is too cold you won’t get any of the good stuff, and if your wine is too hot is tastes like berries and sweaty laundry.
e.g. Champagne, Cava, Prosecco, Cremant, etc
HINT Put bottle in freezer 1 hour before opening. The fancier the wine, the warmer it can be.
5-10º C / 38-50º F
e.g. Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, etc
HINT The lighter and zesty the wine, the colder it can be. Oaked white wines are better warmer.
7-14º C / 44-57º F
e.g. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, etc
HINT High tannin wines smooth out a bit at warmer temperatures. Remember, it’s easier to warm your glass than cool it.
17-21º C / 63-69º F
Wine Bottle Sizes
