Taylor The Temperature
What is Optimum Drinking Temperature?
Why is Temperature so Important?
Experts believe the right temperature does more for your wine than the shape of your glass or letting it breathe. If red wine is too warm the alcohol dominates, and masks its subtle flavours. Chill a wine too far and the flavours are suppressed, the tannins become harsher and the acids too sharp. However, a wine lightly chilled to its ideal temperature reveals its delicious flavours, just as the winemaker intended.
The Myth of ‘Room Temperature’
Red wine should be served at room temperature right? Well actually the idea of drinking wine at room temperature or ‘Au chamber’ comes from the chilly drawing rooms of medieval French castles. While the Australian climate is great for wine making, it isn't ideal for wine drinking, with the average room temperature in Australia being a toasty 23 degrees.
What is the Optimum Drinking Temperature For My Wine?
Each varietal has its own perfect drinking temperature. Full bodied red wines such as Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon should be served between 16 - 18 degrees, while lighter bodied reds like Pinot Noir should be served at a cooler 12-14 degrees. Aromatic whites such as Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Gris are best enjoyed when lightly chilled to 6-8 degrees.
How Has Taylors Solved the Problem?
Our exclusive, touch activated, temperature sensor labels are customised to each individual Taylors Wines' varietal, including our whites, telling you when your wine is at the perfect temperature to enjoy.
Take the simple 5 step temperature challenge today
We’re inviting you to experience the importance of temperature for yourself by taking part in the Taylors Temperature Challenge. There are five easy steps.
