Not all red wines are the same.
This may sound like stating the obvious, but reds are truly made differently.
They use different grape varieties to begin with.
However, those who are new to wine-drinking won't easily tell if the wine he's sipping is a Cabernet Sauvignon, a Pinot Noir or a Shiraz.
Those who consider themselves wine connoisseurs, on the other hand, can easily tell not only type of wine he's drinking, but even its flavor profile the minute he swirls the beverage in his glass and starts sniffing it.
We've heard it before: wine appreciation is much a science as it is an art.
But for first-time red wine drinkers, it's simply a matter of getting a beverage to complement their meal or having something to drink while listening to their favorite music or while hanging out with friends or loved ones.
However, if you want to start learning how to pick good reds next time you shop, here a few factors you can consider: Acidity - The more acid there is in your wine, the sourer it will be.
Don't go for a bottle with low acid content if you don't want your wine tasting weak.
High acid content, on the other hand, means extra sourness.
Going for one that balances the acidity would be then be your option when looking for the best-tasting bottle.
Tannin content - Tannin is a brownish or yellowish substance found in plants.
The tannin content present in a red wine can be responsible for its rich bitterness.
It also contributes to the flavor of the liquid as well as its structure.
Body - A wine's body is simply its alcohol content, together with the sensation left in your mouth after taking a sip.
If a wine is full-bodied, it leaves a strong aftertaste.
If there's little alcohol content in it, the taste quickly goes away.
Aroma - True wine appreciation, as any wine aficionado would tell you, starts with the smelling.
Swirling the liquid in the glass is not simply a matter of pre-drinking instinct; the circular motion releases its flavors and enhances the entire drinking experience.
Flavor - Of course, this is the most important factor in all of it.
After sipping the wine, let it stay in your mouth for a few seconds before swallowing it.
There are even phases involved in tasting it.
You don't have to be an expert to know which wine is good to the taste.
Your own palate will be the ultimate judge.
Next time you grab a bottle of red wine, consider the factors mentioned here so you end up with something you'll truly enjoy.