Updated: 6:05 AM CDT May 25, 2021 Jaclyn London, MS, RD, CDN Stefani Sassos, MS, RDN, CSO, CDN Registered Dietitian The next time you re deciding whether to uncork a bottle, let science help make up your mind. Made by crushing and fermenting dark-colored grapes, red wine has been studied for many years and is thought to have a slew of health benefits (when consumed in moderation, of course). Good Housekeeping has broken down some of the potential benefits of red wine, including the latest research and everything you should know before reaching for more wine.Potential Health Benefits of Red WineMay protect your heart: Red wine may have several cardio-protective effects, and a 2019 review revealed that drinking red wine was linked with a lower risk of developing heart disease. But the American Heart Association points out a potential issue with the current research, stating that there is no established cause-and-effect link and several othe