Why tannins are important!



You either like them or you don’t: tannins in wine.

… a group of plant compounds found in the stems, skins and seeds of grapes. They help with the wine’s structure and storage life, although in their youth they can often leave a furry feeling on the tongue.

Tip: Pair young, tannin-rich wines – such as Nebbiolo or Cabernet varieties – with fat, protein and salt (i.e. meat!). This softens the tannins, making those young wines much smoother. And by ageing them, even the roughest tannins will mellow out all by themselves.


Wines with minimal tannins


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    Italy, Lazio
    2022
    100 % Merlot

    75 cl
    Sodale – Lazio igp Tenuta Montiano, Cotarella
    Special Price CHF19.90 Regular Price CHF23.50

    15%

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    Italy, Piedmont
    2021
    100 % Barbera

    75 cl
    Montebruna – Barbera d'Asti docg, Braida
    CHF19.90
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    Italy, Sardinia
    2020
    100 % Cabernet Sauvignon

    75 cl
    Marchese di Villamarina – Alghero doc, Riserva, Sella & Mosca
    Special Price CHF39.60 Regular Price CHF44.00

    10%

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