Sunday, December 1, 2013

Expert Tips For Selecting And Enjoying The Best Wines

By Arnie Whitley


When it comes to wine, it may shock you to find out just how many different types there are. Though you may believe you aren't a wine fan, perhaps you just never had the ideal variety. This information is going to help you when it comes to the wine selection process.

Purchasing individual bottles are the best way find a wine that you like, without making a big commitment. With such a variety of wines to chose from, you need to find out which ones you actually like. It's a great idea to test out one bottle before making a commitment to get a case of that wine.

Discussion forums offer valuable insight on wine and all it has to offer. You can learn much from other people by interacting in the forums. Before signing up for any forum, search through the boards to ensure it offers you the type of community you are looking for.

Do not believe the myth that all white wines have to be served chilled. The texture is one factor to consider in temperature choice. As an example, Pinot Gris is best served closer to room temperature.

Message boards on the Internet are a great place to share wine information. This is such a broad area that having others to share experiences with can be very valuable. Be sure you do look at the rules of the forum and what it's like before joining.

Serve your wine at the right temperature to get the most flavor from each glassful. It is best to serve a red wine at 60 degrees. In order to let the wine warm in the glass, start it at 58 degrees. White wines are best served at 47 degrees. White wines taste dull when they are too warm.

Only drink a bottle of wine that you truly enjoy. Sometimes restaurants and bars promote specific brands of wine. Generally speaking, many of these labels are marked up drastically. Remember that the price doesn't necessarily reflect the quality of wine. Know the kind of wine you like and order that.

When you are tasting wine, tilt your glass and observe the color. Swirl the glass lightly and put your nose near the aperture to breathe in the wonderful scent. Take a little in your mouth and then release it back into the glass.

There are many wines to make your selections from, so take your time to get to know them first. Using the tips in this article will help you begin the journey towards connoisseur-ship. Make sure you're being a responsible drinker and of course having fun.




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