Hand holding a glass of red wine.
Elevate Your Glass Of Red Wine Using A Pinch Of Salt

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By CAMRYN TEDER
Red wine being poured into a glass.
Red wine is made from fermented grapes, so it has some natural acidity and sweetness but often lacks a solid savory note to balance it out. That’s where salt comes in.
A chef sprinkling salt.
Adding salt to wine enhances its sweet notes while reducing our perceptions of its acidity, creating a better overall flavor.
A glass of white wine on a table beside a person seasoning a meal.
This simple seasoning awakens taste receptors in our mouths that otherwise remain dormant. This is actually the reason why wine often comes paired with salty or savory dishes.
Boxed wine being poured into a glass.
Simply pour wine into a glass and sprinkle in a pinch of salt. While this hack works for red and white wine, it is especially helpful when you've got a cheap, overly sweet bottle.
A bowl of salt on a counter.
From table to kosher, many different salts can elevate the taste of your glass of wine, so use what you have on hand and see how the addition enhances the drink.