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Why Light Red Wines Should Be Invited To Your Fourth Of July Barbecue - Forbes
The Fourth of July is all about barbecue, beer, and bottles of crisp white wine, but don’t forget about the red. The day is red, white, and blue for a reason, right? While they may not seem like obvious choices at first, red wines pair wonderfully with the day’s standard fare of grilled meats and carb-heavy sides. But the key is to stay on the lighter side of the red wine spectrum, seeking out bottles that will please a crowd, go down easy, and leave guests feeling refreshed. Here’s why light red wines should be on the menu for your Fourth of July barbecue – and for the rest of the summer.
The Fourth of July is all about barbecue, beer, and bottles of crisp white wine, but don’t forget about the red. The day is red, white, and blue for a reason, right? While they may not seem like obvious choices at first, red wines pair wonderfully with the day’s standard fare of grilled meats and carb-heavy sides. But the key is to stay on the lighter side of the red wine spectrum, seeking out bottles that will please a crowd, go down easy, and leave guests feeling refreshed. Here’s why light red wines should be on the menu for your Fourth of July barbecue – and for the rest of the summer.