Wine Lover Accessories
By Kim Phelan
While the best temperature to serve wine is subjective, it is more enjoyable when poured at a temperature that best brings out its flavor and aroma.
The chart below reflects optimal serving temperatures, which you can see varies by wine type and characteristics.
43-50º Sparkling Wines & Sweet Wines
Prosecco, Sauternes, Champagne
50-52º Light-Bodied White Wines & Rosé
Pinot Grigio, White Zinfandel
52-53º Medium-Bodied White Wines
Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling
53-54º Full-Bodied White Wines
Chardonnay, Burgundy
54-57º Light-Bodied Red Wines
Loire, Beaujolais, Gamay
57-58º Full-Bodied Sweet Wines
Port, Sherry
58-61º Medium-Bodied Red Wines
Merlot, Chianti
61-64º Great Full-Bodied Red Wines
Bordeaux, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah
