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Be Healthy - Drink Wine!
Is wine good for you? The answer is, ?Yes!? There?s lots of research providing proof that there really are health benefits from drinking wine.
Flavonoids from the skins and seeks of red grapes are the key to wine being good for you. These flavonoids lower your risk of coronary heart disease by reducing your LDL or bad cholesterol levels. At the same time these flavonoids actually increase your HDL or good cholesterol levels and decrease the likelihood of blood clotting.
Scientists believe that there may be other health benefits from red wine. A recent study discovered that an antioxidant in the skins of red grapes, called resveratrol, may inhibit the growth of tumors in some cancers. It?s possible that resveratrol can help treat Alzheimer?s and Parkinson?s as well and new studies are on the way.
Are some wines better for you than others? Again, the answer is, ?Yes!? Researchers at University of California at Davis have concluded that full-bodied dry red wines contain the highest levels of flavonoids and provide the greatest benefits. The number one wine for supplying the most flavonoids is Cabernet Sauvignon with Petit Syrah and Pinot Noir also ranking highly. Sweeter wines and white wines have less flavonoids and are less beneficial.
How much should you drink? Moderation is the key. Women should drink 4 ounces of red wine daily with a meal and men 4-8 ounces.
Pour yourself a glass of red wine and drink to your health. Cheers!
Kathy Howe and her husband, Steve, spend much of their free time tasting and enjoying wine. Their interest in wine is reflected in their Web Site, http://www.cheers2wine.com ? a Comprehensive Guide to the California Wine Country. |
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The "Riserva" classification is the highest given to a Chianti Classico. These wines must be aged for longer periods and have a natural alcohol content over 12.5% Pierluigi has taken this blend of Sangiovese 85%, Canaiolo 10%, Trebbiano, Malvasia & Colorino 5%, and aged it for 24 months in oak barrels. The wine was then aged a further 12 months in bottle for final 'rounding' of the wine. It is powerful and rich with a scent of violets and ripe fruit. This is a DOCG appelation that bears the "Gallo Nero" seal of the Chianti Consortium. RSCW98 RSCW98
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