You know we love a chillable red (although to be honest, we chill all reds around here…) so a fun & unique red recommended to be served at 55-60 degrees fit the bill for an outdoor Sheryl Crow concert!
Field Recordings Freddo ($18) is made in Paso Robles from 100% Sangiovese grapes. With a lighter ABV, this wine is easy drinking, plump full of red cherry, and balanced with a bit of earthiness. If you’ve been looking to introduce your friends to a wine off the beaten path, this is it. Bonus points for us – our dad’s name is Fred and we always love an opportunity to surprise friends and family with a namesake wine. You may remember our welcome new baby Flora celebration.
While Field Recordings makes it easy, and lets you know to chill this particular bottle of red – the label is Coors Light style; instead of the Rocky Mountains turning blue when the beer is cold, the text on the front label lights up blue (you can see it in action in these pics with the coldest bottle from the fridge at the end).
The subject of chilling red wines has been much debated. A general rule of thumb is that grapes higher in acidity, such as Gamay, many Italian grapes, and Beaujolais, should be chilled. Cold temperatures can slow down alcohol evaporation and amplify aromatics in the glass.
Ultimately, drink your red wine however you like it! Some tips for a quick chill:
- Pop the bottle in the fridge for at least 20 min
- Wrap the bottle in a damp paper towel or dish towel and toss in the freezer for 10 min
- Frozen grapes make for great ice cubes!
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