Top 5 Wines in the World

Think sophisticated and elegant but make it a drink. That’s exactly what wine is. Of course, you’ve got to add delicious to the list. Imagine sitting in your bathtub with a glass of excellent wine in your hands as you relax and let go. Now you’re sipping the wine and feeling the explosion of rich flavor and just the right amount of bitterness. It’s the perfect way to end the day. And wine is the perfect drink to let loose a bit.

Calling all wine enthusiasts. Get ready to learn about some of the best wines in the world. Here are 5 you should know about and definitely add to your bucket list.

TOP 5 WINES IN THE WORLD

Cabernet Sauvignon

The Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the most popular red wines in the world. And you wouldn’t need to wonder why when you taste it. Known for its dark color, the Cabernet Sauvignon grape plant was created accidentally in the 17th century in France. Made from a red Cabernet Franc grape plant and a white Sauvignon Blanc grape plant, the Cabernet Sauvignon took the world by storm.

This wine’s alcohol content is usually around 13.5% to 15%. It’s not known for its sweetness rather its array of flavors from a hint of green pepper to a taste of dark fruits like cherries. If you want to drink this wine or consume any other form of alcohol, make sure there’s food in your stomach to counter the acidity. Definitely try this wine at least once in your life. It’s the definition of elegance in a bottle.

Merlot

Right after the Cabernet Sauvignon comes the Merlot. If you’re looking for a red wine that pairs well with food, this is it. If you’re new to red wine, the Merlot is a great starter. Although it is expensive. It’s got refined tannin texture and low tannin levels making this wine one of the most exceptional red wines made.

The Merlot comes from the same region as the Cabernet Sauvignon, the Bordeaux. The Merlot is known for its explosion of cherry fruit flavor. If you have money to spare and you’re celebrating something very special, choose this wine.

Chardonnay

This dry white wine with moderate acidity and alcohol levels offers you a taste of a wide range of flavors from fruits like apples to papaya and pineapples. You can also taste a hint of vanilla.

This wine is easily one of the smoothest white wines ever created. Pair this wine with delicious cheese and you’ll find yourself salivating over such a delicious pair. Relax at home or enjoy this wine with your friends as you celebrate something special.

Tempranillo

The Tempranillo is a red wine coming from a grape Spanish winemakers find very important. This wine is dry instead of sweet and is Spain’s top red wine. The flavors this wine consists of is rich ranging from cherry to cedar to tobacco and dill. It’s got medium-high acidity and tastes great after it has aged for over 20 years. Pair this wine with steak and enjoy your meal!

Sauvignon Blanc

Enjoy wine with a hint of gooseberry along with passionfruit, honeydew, and white peach. The Sauvignon Blanc is dry and has low tannins levels. Drink it while eating something because it has high acidity.

Looking for a refreshing option? This white wine is for you. It has a great aroma and tastes even better.

THE TAKEAWAY

Wine enthusiasts around the world will enjoy a taste of one of the 5 wines on the list. It might be expensive but if you’ve got the money and you want something worthwhile, be sure to buy one of these wines and save it for a very, very special occasion.