If you like wine that's: Fruity
Then choose: Beaujolais, Rosé, Pinot Noir
Also try: red Burgundy, Gamay, Nebbiolo, Rioja Crianza
Here's why: You'll taste ripe plums and lots of luscious berries in these juicy reds.
Pair with: A wide variety of dishes, from spicy fish to poultry to game and braised meats.
Good to know: Light to medium alcohol
Bargain tip: Pink wines are often a steal! And speaking of good deals, try a fruity red from Portugal, one of the world's best regions for affordable wine.
If you like wine that's: Spicy
Then choose: Côtes du Rhone, Merlot, Shiraz/Syrah
Also try: Barbera, Cabernet Franc, Dolcetto, Grenache, Malbec, Petit Sirah, Sangiovese, Tempranillo
Here's why: These reds have hints of black pepper and warm spices like clove and nutmeg.
Pair with: Grilled meats or veggies, burgers, beef stew and spicy beef kebabs, as well as with tomato-based sauces and hard, sharp cheeses like parmesan.
Good to know: Medium alcohol
Bargain tip: Shiraz can give you bang for your buck.
If you like wine that's: Woodsy
Then choose: Barolo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chianti, Rioja
Also try: Barbaresco, red Bordeaux, red Rhône
Here's why: You'll find nutty, earthy flavors in these reds like leather, tobacco, cedar and chocolate.
Pair with: Cheeses like Swiss and brie, lamb and dishes that include equally earthy flavors like mushrooms and onions.
Good to know: Medium to high alcohol
If you like wine that's: Jammy
Then choose: Brunello, Nero d'avola, Zinfandel
Here's why: These rich reds are packed with flavors of dried fruit, blackberry or cherry jam, caramel, light molasses and vanilla.
Pair with: Tender cuts of beef, pork chops, bacon, pungent blue cheeses and dark chocolate desserts.
Good to know: High alcohol
These tips are taken from Everyday with Rachel Ray.
