1. Taste
The difference in taste between red and white wines is pretty significant. Due to the process, white wine comes out much lighter and fruity (perfect for beginners), while red wine has a much heavier and complex flavor.
2. Process & Color
When fermented, the grapes used to make red wine release tannins that contribute to the deep red or burgundy color. With white wines the skin, stems, and seeds are not present in the fermentation process and without the tannins to release their color the wine comes out white.
3. Age
Red wines are typically aged much longer then white wines. This is because of the tannins, which help preserve the wine. White wines that contain a much lower amount of tannins cannot be aged like red wine can.
4. Serving Temperature
Red wine is served at room temperature in a balloon glass. While white wine is served chilled in a long stemmed glass (which you hold by the stem to avoid warming your chilled wine).
5. Antioxidants
Your doctor may tell you to drink a glass of red wine with dinner to stay healthy because it contains antioxidants. But white wine also contains antioxidants. They’re much smaller, which actually makes them easier to absorb.
6. Pairing
When serving wine with food, pair your meal with the wine that compliments it best. White wine goes well with white meats and light foods, such as fish, chicken or pork. Red wine goes best with red meat and heavier tasting foods.
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