Degrees of Flavor: Why Your Wine Temperature is Wrong (and How to Fix It)

Discover how temperature drastically alters flavor, body, and aroma—and learn the simple rules to serve every bottle at its absolute peak.
About this Event

Have you ever wondered why a crisp white wine loses its sparkle as it warms up, or why a rich red suddenly tastes harsh and boozy at room temperature? There is a lot more to serving wine than just chilling whites and leaving reds on the counter. In fact, relying solely on a wine's color to dictate its temperature means missing out on its best flavors.

Join expert Wine Educator Beth Bornstein from West Side Grapes on October 5th for an eye-opening tasting session where we pull back the curtain on how temperature transforms what’s in your glass. We will dive into the science of taste perception to explore how cold temperatures boost acidity and fruitiness, to see how warmth brings out complex tertiary notes and alcohol, and to test how heat can completely flatten your favorite bubbles.

Through a guided side-by-side tasting using curated bottles from Zizi's wine list, Beth will teach you the key factors—from body and tannin to residual sugar and oak—that determine a bottle's ideal serving point. And to complete the evening, guests will enjoy a selection of delicious appetizers perfectly paired to accompany the wines. Whether you are new to the world of wine or a seasoned enthusiast, you will leave with practical, easy tips to serve every wine at its peak flavor!

Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot now to elevate your next glass!