10% Less Alcolhol..Does it taste better?

By The Weekly Winer 19 June 2008 04:51:00

We all are well aware that the great world of wine dates back about as far as anyone can imagine.  But the fact is, even though we all appreciate its history and tradition, it is a new day.  In this new day, the influence of the wise consumer seems to be taking effect in a new direction, perhaps establishing the new standard of tradition. 

Some wineries today are experimenting with producing wines that are lower in alcohol content due to the inspiration of the health conscious buyer.  With improved wine making and growing techniques, it is now possible to lower certain types of grapes' alcohol content down to a ten percent range from the average fourteen.  Less alcohol content means fewer calories, making the wine healthier to drink.  Criticism in the past however, has put off these healthier wines, by argument of poor quality and lack of taste.  But with advanced technology, a new type of wine is being created which is not only healthier, but maintains its great qualities and taste. This raises the next question, do we really want our wines to have less alcohol in them?  Sure, it's healthier, but there are a million other ways to be health conscious.  To some, drinking wine is an experience, a romantic setting perhaps, a way to break the ice, or just relaxation from a long day, then maybe that warm tipsy feeling is what we're looking for.  Will these new and improved wines still leave us in the same mood?  We'll just have to try it for ourselves.  None the less, the creation of these "good-for-you" wines, along with the screw cap and canned packaging - wine sure has changed since the beginning.  Who knows, our wine lovers in the next generation may only be used to these features, because to them, this is tradition. 

A list of some wine varieties that are able to have 10 % alcohol content

Australian: Chardonnay, Sangiovese Shiraz Rose'

Italian: Pinot Grigio

South African: Chenin Blanc

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Sarb Panesar Says
1 July 2008 06:38:00

Try MALBOROUGH RESERVE SAUVIGNON BLANC. This is the best white wine in the world....

Jack Chisholm Says
23 June 2008 06:40:00

This, while not for everyone, can only be a good thing. White wine has been appealing to both women and men for a while but is most probably the bastion and homestay of female drinkers. (Although yours truly and many others give it a run too). So, if there can be choice for females to drink more quantity, over more time without the risk and dangers of over consumption on the stronger stuff then that is good news for all. I will stick to the Shiraz, and when a white comes around will stick to the older gear as opposed to this new technology but it will be great to see others out there enjoying themselves for longer.

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