Our wine expert reveals the best red wines to serve chilled this spring, including a £7 supermarket pick
It's not just light Beaujolais or Pinot Noir wines that benefit from a gentle chill – many reds come alive with a short stint in the fridge. It brightens fruit, lifts floral notes and brings balance. For medium to full-bodied styles give it 20 minutes, double that for lighter reds. As summer nears, freshness is key; cloying reds lose their charm. Be mindful when chilling robust reds with high tannins, as this can accentuate their bitterness.
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Here's a superbly priced Côtes du Rhône Villages, with dark cherry and savoury, meaty notes, all wrapped in an enveloping, smooth texture. A BBQ banger.
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