The gradual process of bringing red wine to room temperature. It should be remembered that in France “room temperature” is between 65-68 degrees F. American rooms tend to be slightly warmer, 68-72 degrees F being the norm. It is the suggestion of many wine experts that red wines, in many cases, be drunk at “room temperature,” which refers to the French room.

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