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Level 2 · Intermediate

Red wines

Tannin, fruit and ageing. Understand the dark grapes and why some reds reward time.

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  1. 1. Overview5 min
  2. 2. The key grapes8 min
  3. 3. Tannin & ageing6 min

Knowledge test

Test what you've learned. You need 70% correct to pass.

  1. 1. How does red wine get its colour and tannin?

  2. 2. Which grape is thin-skinned, pale and the heart of Burgundy?

  3. 3. What happens to the tannins as a red wine ages?

  4. 4. Which type of red is best young rather than aged?