OMG...what delicious Winexpert Limited Editions are they going to offer this year? Stay tuned to Ferment Station to find out.
Winexpert
Our renowned collection of classic varietals and exceptional blends from around the globe will be unveiled this August.​
Limited Edition 2026 will celebrate connection and harmony across grapes, regions, and cultures. And while we can’t give too much away just yet, be sure to keep your eyes peeled as we announce the details of this year's wines soon. ​
Our most sought-after wines. Available by reservation
Winexpert
Our renowned collection of classic varietals and exceptional blends from around the globe will be unveiled this August.​
Limited Edition 2026 will celebrate connection and harmony across grapes, regions, and cultures. And while we can’t give too much away just yet, be sure to keep your eyes peeled as we announce the details of this year's wines soon. ​
Our most sought-after wines. Available by reservation
To chill or not to chill Red Wine?
While researching articles for this newsletter, I noticed something that caught me by surprise. Several wine experts recommended serving red wine slightly chilled.
Like many people, I always believed red wine should be served at room temperature after it had a chance to “breathe.” As it turns out, that’s only partly true. What they really mean is cellar temperature—not the 72°F living room where most of us enjoy our wine.
The 20-Minute Rule
Most red wines are at their best when served between 55° and 65°F. Since most homes are considerably warmer than that, the recommendation is simple: place your bottle in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes before serving. A slight chill helps highlight the wine’s fruit flavors and keeps the alcohol from overpowering the palate.
So why did we all grow up hearing “serve red wine at room temperature”? The advice dates back to France, where wine was stored in naturally cool stone cellars that hovered around 55°F—not in centrally heated homes.While researching articles for this newsletter, I noticed something that caught me by surprise. Several wine experts recommended serving red wine slightly chilled.
Like many people, I always believed red wine should be served at room temperature after it had a chance to “breathe.” As it turns out, that’s only partly true. What they really mean is cellar temperature—not the 72°F living room where most of us enjoy our wine.
The 20-Minute Rule
Most red wines are at their best when served between 55° and 65°F. Since most homes are considerably warmer than that, the recommendation is simple: place your bottle in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes before serving. A slight chill helps highlight the wine’s fruit flavors and keeps the alcohol from overpowering the palate.
So why did we all grow up hearing “serve red wine at room temperature”? The advice dates back to France, where wine was stored in naturally cool stone cellars that hovered around 55°F—not in centrally heated homes.
Credit to TVOS - Tennessee Viticultural & Oenological Society
Summer Newsletter 2026
While researching articles for this newsletter, I noticed something that caught me by surprise. Several wine experts recommended serving red wine slightly chilled.
Like many people, I always believed red wine should be served at room temperature after it had a chance to “breathe.” As it turns out, that’s only partly true. What they really mean is cellar temperature—not the 72°F living room where most of us enjoy our wine.
The 20-Minute Rule
Most red wines are at their best when served between 55° and 65°F. Since most homes are considerably warmer than that, the recommendation is simple: place your bottle in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes before serving. A slight chill helps highlight the wine’s fruit flavors and keeps the alcohol from overpowering the palate.
So why did we all grow up hearing “serve red wine at room temperature”? The advice dates back to France, where wine was stored in naturally cool stone cellars that hovered around 55°F—not in centrally heated homes.While researching articles for this newsletter, I noticed something that caught me by surprise. Several wine experts recommended serving red wine slightly chilled.
Like many people, I always believed red wine should be served at room temperature after it had a chance to “breathe.” As it turns out, that’s only partly true. What they really mean is cellar temperature—not the 72°F living room where most of us enjoy our wine.
The 20-Minute Rule
Most red wines are at their best when served between 55° and 65°F. Since most homes are considerably warmer than that, the recommendation is simple: place your bottle in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes before serving. A slight chill helps highlight the wine’s fruit flavors and keeps the alcohol from overpowering the palate.
So why did we all grow up hearing “serve red wine at room temperature”? The advice dates back to France, where wine was stored in naturally cool stone cellars that hovered around 55°F—not in centrally heated homes.
Credit to TVOS - Tennessee Viticultural & Oenological Society
Summer Newsletter 2026
Winexpert Chardonnay wine kits are available at Ferment Station www.fermentstation.com and for instore pickup at 8805 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN. (865) 694-7993. You deserve a treat!
Your next charcuterie night deserves a classic! 🧀🥂
Winexpert Classic™ Chardonnay, California offers a smooth, fruit-forward pour that pairs beautifully with creamy cheeses, fresh bread, and savoury bites.
Your next charcuterie night deserves a classic! 🧀🥂
Winexpert Classic™ Chardonnay, California offers a smooth, fruit-forward pour that pairs beautifully with creamy cheeses, fresh bread, and savoury bites.
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