Changing consumer habits, a rising disposable income, increased urbanization, and the preference for wine at large events or social gatherings all paint a bright future for the global red wine market. Red wine is equally sought after by both the geriatric population for its purported health benefits and the millennial population in place of other ‘hard drinks’. Wine consumption has shown marked growth across the world and the production of wine is more evenly spread across developed and emerging markets now, from the initial dominance of the former. Technological advancements have also played a key role in innovative new flavors being made available in the red wine market. Red wine is largely derived from darker colored grape varieties and the color can range from a deep red to an intense violet or even a shade of dark brown, depending on the wine’s age. The color of red wine comes from anthocyanin pigments found in the grape skin. Red wine production usually comprises extra...