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1974 Bodega Norton Malbec

Understanding Colour Depth in Red Grape Varieties

 mywinepal  July 30, 2026  0 Comments on Understanding Colour Depth in Red Grape Varieties

Red wines come in a spectrum of colours, from light and translucent to deep and opaque. The opacity of red wine is influenced by several factors, including grape variety, winemaking techniques, and the wine’s age. Young red wines typically display deep purple, ruby, or magenta hues that show their youthful character. They are usually quite opaque, with dense colour that…

Üllo Wine Purifier

Sulfites or other Unwanted Compounds in Your Wine? Try Üllo.

 mywinepal  April 2, 2018

What Are Sulfites? From thekitchn.com, “The term sulfites is an inclusive term for sulfur dioxide (SO2), a preservative that’s widely used in winemaking (and most food industries) for its antioxidant and antibacterial properties. SO2 plays an important role in preventing oxidization and maintaining a wine’s freshness.” Sulfites are used sparingly in wine, typically to make sure that the wine bottle is clean…