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Get ready to raise a glass and celebrate National Red Wine Day on Aug. 28! This day gives us the perfect excuse to indulge in a delicious glass of red wine, which has been around since at least 3,000 BC when it was first produced by the ancient Egyptians. Nowadays there are over 800 different varieties of red wines made all over the world with flavors ranging from fruity and sweet to dry and tannic. So let's cheers to National Red Wine Day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>6000 BC</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Origin of Wine</div><div class='timeline-text'>Archaeological evidence shows that the earliest known production of wine, likely including red wine, took place in what is now Georgia.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>3000 BC</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Egyptians and Red Wine</div><div class='timeline-text'>Red wine was being produced by the ancient Egyptians, evidenced by residue found in pottery jars. It was used in ceremonial practices and offerings to the gods.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1600s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Red Wine in Europe</div><div class='timeline-text'>By the 1600s, red wine had become prevalent in Europe, especially within the regions now known as Italy and France, which are still among the world's leading producers of red wine today.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1855</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Bordeaux Wine Official Classification</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Bordeaux Wine Official Classification, a ranking of French red wines took place, placing prestige and significant international recognition on wines from this region.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1976</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Judgement of Paris</div><div class='timeline-text'>The "Judgement of Paris" saw Californian red wines outperform French ones, a landmark moment that levelled the international playing field for wine production.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2014</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Red Wine Day Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Red Wine Day officially began being recognized in the United States, encouraging people to enjoy and appreciate the complexities and joys of red wine.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a wine tasting</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather up some friends and family, pick out 5-7 different red wines and host your own at home wine tasting. Make it educational by providing information about each of the wines.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Pair your favorite red with food</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative in the kitchen and match up your favorite red wine with something delicious to eat. Think about what flavors will work together and make a dish that is sure to wow!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a winery</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the day off and visit the closest winery near you. Take a tour, learn more about how red wine is made and taste different varieties.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make sangria</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Sangria is a great way to use up extra red wine in your house, so why not make a batch for National Red Wine Day. Mix up your favorite fruits, brandy, sugar, and red wine together for a tasty treat.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Have a picnic</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Head outside to enjoy good company and great weather with a picnic basket filled with all your favorite snacks paired with a bottle of red wine.</p></div></div>
<div class='whywelove-item'><div class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 class='whywelove-title'>Red wine keeps us healthy</h3><p class='whywelove-text'>A five-ounce glass of wine is fat-free, cholesterol-free, and only 100 calories. But other than helping to keep you slim and trim, red wine keeps your brain sharp. Resveratrol is in the skin of red grapes, and it's the mortal enemy of beta-amyloid — a protein that's a contributing factor to Alzheimer's. So, a glass of wine here and there can slow down the formation of this baddie. Looks like they weren't kidding when they said, “Let's drink to your health.”</p></div></div><div class='whywelove-item'><div class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 class='whywelove-title'>Sangria!</h3><p class='whywelove-text'>Sangria is a refreshing way to cool off in the summer. It's also a great way to expand your taste buds' horizons. There's literally no end to the variety, with some recipes containing bitters or Italian amaro liqueurs. Being that it's National Red Wine Day, you probably want to stick to red wine-based sangria. (But, if you sneak some white wine into the party, we won't think any less of you...okay, maybe just a little!)</p></div></div><div class='whywelove-item'><div class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 class='whywelove-title'>Red wine makes food taste better</h3><p class='whywelove-text'>Drinking a glass of red wine isn't the only way to celebrate. Wine not only pairs well with food but it's a key ingredient in some seriously tasty dishes. There are standard dishes like Spaghetti Bolognese that have red wine infused in the sauce. If you're a more more adventurous foodie, try some cabernet apple slaw. You'll also be happy to know that red wine is a nice complement to spiced pear bread pudding.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Red Wine is High in Antioxidants</h3><p class='facts-content'>Red wine is rich in antioxidants like Resveratrol, which is linked to heart health benefits and protective effects on blood vessels.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>A Crucial Role in Several Major Religions</h3><p class='facts-content'>Red wine plays a significant role in Judaism and Christianity, symbolizing life and blood in various rituals and ceremonies.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Red Wine Stains can be Removed with White Wine</h3><p class='facts-content'>Ironically, one of the best ways to get rid of a red wine stain is by using white wine, which neutralizes the stain and makes it easier to remove.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Color of Red Wine Varies due to Grape Varieties</h3><p class='facts-content'>The shade of red wine can range from intense violet for younger wines, brick red for mature ones and brown for older red wines, thanks to differing grape varietals and techniques used.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>"Legs" in a Glass of Red Wine Showcase Alcohol & Sugar Content</h3><p class='facts-content'>The "legs" or "tears" you might see running down your glass after swirling are not an indicator of quality, but can tell you about the alcohol and sugar levels in the wine. The thicker and slower the legs, the higher those components likely are.</p></div></div>
National Red Wine Day is celebrated on August 28 every year. In 2024 National Red Wine Day will occur on a Wednesday.
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