Both red and white wines are enjoyed all over the world, but they are also used for cooking. If a recipe calls for a red wine, don’t use white wine and vice versa. In fact there are certain dishes that are so specific that it even has it as part of the name, such as red wine-braised short ribs.
Red wine is also more tannic, so it will turn bitter faster. Normally, recipes don’t ask for you to use a whole bottle, so cook with something you like to drink. Let’s take a look at some of the best red wine for cooking, although feel free to experiment!
