Red wine gift sets are more than just alcohol. They can be an excellent accompaniment for cooking and the key to celebrating a special occasion in style.
Wine is known for its fruity, fresh flavours that come from the many different varieties of grapes that create its famous taste. We talk all about the extraordinary things you never knew about the history of wine.
Wine also comes with an air of sophistication, particularly red wine. Red wine gift sets can make the perfect birthday or Christmas present for some you care about if you want to buy drink gifts.
How long does red wine last once opened?
This can depend on the type of red wine that you’re drinking. It’s also dependent on how long it’s been exposed to air. Oxidation can affect the smell and taste of red wine if a bottle is left either at warm or room temperatures. Once opened, you can store your red wine in either a cool or dark place for up to five days.
Where to store red wine?
Never store your red wine at room temperature on the kitchen counters. Always keep your bottle in a cool place. Exposing your red wine to warm temperatures can spoil the flavour of the wine inside the bottle, even if you haven’t opened it yet!
Store your bottle horizontally either in a wine rack, if you have one, or on one of your fridge shelves.
Can I use red wine for cooking?
Absolutely. A red wine gift set can be a brilliant addition to your evening meals, and not just as a drink.
It can be used to cook your meats (lamb, beef, and ham always go well with red wine), or it can make a delicious jus to serve on the side of your main meal. You can even include red wine in some dessert recipes if you want. Red wine gift sets are incredibly versatile.
You can read all about wines you can use for cooking in our guide best white and red wine to cook with.
When can I drink red wine gift sets?
The great thing about red wine is that it can be used for many special occasions and celebrations. A bottle from a red wine gift set can go well with a nice dinner at home for everyone to enjoy. You could also host your own wine tasting at home. We cover wine tasting in more detail in our guide on how to host your own wine tasting at home.
In addition, wine is appropriate for dinner parties, graduation celebrations, wedding receptions, and big milestone birthdays celebrations.
If you’re wondering which red wines to celebrate with, check out our guide on the best wines for special occasions.