The twelve zodiac signs each have their own characteristics. In fact, this is also said in our traditional Chinese zodiac signs. The Year of the Rooster has arrived, let us use the spirit of entertainment to figure out the personalities of the zodiac signs and what wines correspond to your zodiac signs!
People born in the Year of the Rat are good at making friends from all walks of life, and they are also very diligent. This is very similar to Merlot. Merlot can not only make excellent wines on its own, but can also be widely blended with Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Tempranillo, Sangiovese, etc., playing a supporting role for the sake of others.
“Bow your head and be willing to be a niu”, Lu Xun’s famous saying reflects the ox’s dedication and dedication. The same is generally true for people born in the Year of the Ox. They work hard and have no complaints even if their achievements are buried. In Bordeaux and many other regions, Cabernet Franc serves as a foil to Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Cabernet Franc is undoubtedly durable. In the Loire Valley where Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot cannot mature, it still grows stubbornly and shows its potential. But the innate green flavor like "green pepper" also seems to lack accommodating.
One is the king of beasts, and the other is the king of grapes. Tiger and Cabernet Sauvignon have too many similarities. People born in the Year of the Tiger are born with the spirit of a king and have great ambitions. The same is true for Cabernet Sauvignon. They are born to run towards great wines. Lafite, Sassicaia, Living Soul, Opus One...it can be seen in the top famous wines from all over the world. Cabernet Sauvignon has a strong backbone, just like the majestic tiger, isn't it?
Delicate Pinot Noir is like a cute bunny. Rabbits are weak in character, petite in stature, and lovable. Pinot Noir needs the most patient and careful care to grow, otherwise its performance will be extremely unstable. The fruit is small, the tannins are delicate, and the taste is smooth. Even people who have never drank wine will accept it and fall in love with it.
The dragon has the supreme status in China. People born in the year of the dragon usually have extraordinary talents and temperament. Nebbiolo can be called the “dragon” of grapes. The wines it produces are high in tannins, high in acidity, and high in alcohol, yet balanced and elegant, and quite emperor-like. But it also has shortcomings. Sometimes it seems domineering and unapproachable, such as the traditional Barolo.
Riesling is rigorous, just like Snake people are generally serious and responsible. Riesling wines are always surprising and full of potential. Perhaps because of Riesling's aloofness, it is rarely blended with other varieties, and Riesling alone can create great and vibrant wines.
People born in the Year of the Horse are very much like the New World "fruit bomb" style wine. Both of them have no scheming and show their truest side without any sloppiness. Passionate and youthful, just like Zinfandel from California, USA, with high alcohol content, heavy body and full flavor, but sometimes this overwhelming enthusiasm can backfire.
The personality characteristics of sheep are exactly the same as Chardonnay, the "Queen of Changes". Whether it’s hot California or cold Chablis, Chardonnay can adapt. However, wines made from Chardonnay are easily affected by local terroir, and their styles vary greatly. For winemakers, Chardonnay is creative - malolactic fermentation, lees stirring, oak barrel fermentation or aging... Chardonnay and people born in the year of Sheep are a match made in heaven.
Speaking of wines that give people a frivolous and slightly vain impression, the first thing that comes to my mind is Gewürztraminer! She gives a very good first impression - sweet, fragrant and spicy, like a romantic exotic beauty. You will always fall in love with her the first time you get along with her. But she is too eye-catching and always wants to make herself stand out. After being with her for a long time, it is easy to get bored. Additionally, this breed is just as versatile as the Monkey, and can handle everything from dry to sweet.
As a representative variety of South Africa, Pinotage is trying to carve out its own niche in the international market. It is full of energy, just like a person born in the Year of the Rooster, and needs strict control over its output to brew good wine. When brewed improperly, Pinotage can exhibit an eccentric side, with a pungent odor similar to paint or nail polish remover.
Dog is man’s best friend and one of the earliest domesticated animals. Its loyalty and reliability have won our respect and love. Muscat is also one of the earliest grape varieties discovered and planted by humans, and has contributed countless wines to people for thousands of years. At the same time, musk is less affected by the external environment, performs stably, and is trustworthy. Musk can brew top-quality sweet wine, and can also be obedient and endure hardships, making entry-level wine, which is similar to the personality of people born in the year of dog.
Grenache is passionate, plump and graceful, like a charming Spanish girl. She trusts others and is good at teamwork, often blending with Syrah, Mourvèdre, Carignan and other varieties. However, single Grenache lacks aging potential and can be described as "short-sighted".
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