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Light red wine

Light red wines are characterized by their low tannin content, well-balanced acidity and freshness on the palate. They often come from wine-growing regions where the cooler climate favors the production of grapes that ripen more slowly, thus retaining their fine acidity and delicate aromas. Perfect for drinking young, these wines are the epitome of finesse and elegance.

Pousse Cailloux - Romain Le Bars

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Pousse Cailloux 2023 | Romain Le Bars

Hot!

Romain Le Bars

Vin de France Red 2023

16,80 €

 La Coulée Douce - Jérôme Jouret

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SO² free

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La Coulée Douce 2024 | Jérôme Jouret

A story of pleasure!

Domaine Jérôme Jouret

Vin de France Red 2024

12,50 €

 Spring Update 2019 Mas Coutelou

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Mise de printemps 2024 | Mas Coutelou

The fresh cuvée

Mas Coutelou

Vin de France Red 2024

13,95 €

La Boudinerie 2022 | Noëlla Morantin

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La Boudinerie 2022 | Noëlla Morantin

A gamay of pleasure: SUPERB!

Noëlla Morantin

Vin de France Red 2022

13,50 €

Eclat de Granite 2022 - Côte Roannaise - Winery Sérol

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Eclat de Granite 2023 | Domaine Sérol

On fruity minerality

Domaine Sérol

côte roannaise Red 2023

15,90 €

Summer red 2022 - Igp Var - Font des Pères

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Rouge d'été 2022 | Font des Pères

Font des Pères

igp var Var PGI 2022 Red 2022

12,40 €

Magnum La Montagne - Chiroubles - Jules Métras

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Magnum La Montagne 2023 | Jules Métras

Magnificent Mountain

Jules Métras

Chiroubles Red 2023

59,50 €

Lantignié 2023 | Domaine les Bertrand

The return of Fleurie du Yannou!

Les Bertrand

Beaujolais Villages Fleurie Red 2023

18,50 €

Bourgogne rouge 2023 - Winery Antoine Lienhardt

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Bourgogne rouge 2023 | Domaine Antoine Lienhardt

A wine first and foremost!

Antoine Lienhardt

Burgundy Red 2023

34,50 €

Formidable 5SO 2024 | Mas Coutelou

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Formidable 5SO 2024 | Mas Coutelou

Mas Coutelou

Vin de France Red 2024

13,20 €

A la source rouge 2024 | Winery Richaud

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A la source rouge 2024 | Domaine Richaud

I love this vintage!

Domaine Marcel Richaud

Vin de France Red 2024

10,95 €

 La Source - Saumur Champigny - La Source du Ruault

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La Source 2021 | La Source du Ruault

Back to basics...

La Source du Ruault

Saumur Champigny Red 2021

14,95 € 13,70 €

La Souteronne - Hervé Souhaut

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La Souteronne 2024 | Hervé Souhaut

Spicy, freshly crushed fruit!

Hervé Souhaut

Vin de France Red 2024

24,90 €

Côtes de Brouilly - Winery Jean Claude Lapalu

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Côte de Brouilly 2023 | Lapalu

Too much happiness in 75 cl!

The last bottles

Jean Claude Lapalu

Côte de Brouilly Red 2023

25,90 €

Monthélie Les sous roches 2021 - Fanny Sabre

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Les sous roches 2023 | Fanny Sabre

Fanny Sabre

Monthélie Red 2022 2023

48,00 €

Triptyque 2023 | Domaine Les Bertrand

Les Bertrand

Vin de France Red 2023

19,80 €

Raymond 2022 - Les Cailloux du Paradis - Claude Courtois

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Raymond 2022 | Claude Courtois

Les Cailloux du Paradis

Vin de France Red 2018

42,90 €

Chemin des Salines 2024 | Mas Mellet

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Chemin des Salines 2024 | Mas Mellet

Mas Mellet

Vin de France Red 2024

17,20 €

Hanami - Saumur Champigny - Winery Bobinet

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Hanami 2023 | Domaine Bobinet

Sleek and dapper

Domaine Bobinet

Vin de France Red 2023

17,10 €

Les Valançons 2023 | Domaine Cruchandeau

Magic and well in place!

Domaine Cruchandeau

Hautes Côtes de Nuits Red 2023

26,90 €

Trinch 2022 - Bourgueil - Winery Breton

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Trinch 2023 | Domaine Breton

Generous and fruity. A Cabernet delight...

Domaine Breton

Bourgueil Red 2023

14,90 €

 Racines 2019 - Les Cailloux du Paradis - Courtois family

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Racines 2022 | Les Cailloux du Paradis

Les Cailloux du Paradis

Vin de France Red 2022

39,90 €

Poycelan 2022 - Côtes du Forez - Winery Verdier Logel

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Poycelan 2023 | Domaine Verdier Logel

On fruity minerality

Verdier-Logel

Côtes du Forez Red 2023

15,90 €

Menetou-Salon Rouge - Winery Philippe Gilbert

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Menetou-Salon Rouge 2022 | Philippe Gilbert

Domaine Philippe Gilbert

Menetou-Salon Red 2022

22,90 €

Choosing the right light red wine

Why is red wine light? The scientific answer!

The lightness of a red wine, often associated with colder regions, is explained by the fundamental principles of viticulture and alcoholic fermentation.

Alcoholic fermentation is the process by which yeast transforms the sugars in grape juice into alcohol (ethanol) and carbon dioxide.

As a result, in colder climates where grapes accumulate less sugar, the amount of alcohol that can be produced during fermentation is also lower, resulting in lighter wines.In addition to alcohol content, wines from colder regions tend to have higher acidity and more delicate aromas, contributing more to the perception of lightness. These characteristics are the direct result of the slower, more balanced ripening of the grapes under less intense climatic conditions.

 

Which red wines are less tannic?

The least tannic red wines are often those made from grape varieties such as Pinot Noir, Gamay or Grenache, to name but a few. These wines are distinguished by their suppleness and accessibility, offering a taste experience without the astringency sometimes associated with more tannic wines. They are ideal for those looking for red wines that are easy to drink and enjoyable on any occasion.

 

In which regions of France do you find the best light red wines?

France, with its climatic diversity and varied soils, offers an exceptional terroir for the production of light red wines. Regions such as Burgundy, with its illustrious Pinot Noir, Beaujolais and its irresistible Gamays, or the Loire with its fruity red wines, are recognized for their outstanding contributions to the light wine category.

 

Which grape varieties produce the best light red wines?

Grape varieties such as Pinot Noir, Gamay, Cinsault and Grenache are often the source of the best light red wines. These grape varieties, with their distinct aromatic profiles and ability to ripen while retaining good acidity, are ideal for creating red wines that charm with their lightness, freshness and aromatic complexity.

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