How Do You Know What Type of Wine Will Appeal to You in the Wine Shop?

"Wine merchants may have a collection of preselected wines that are popular among their clients. Based on this popularity, as well as their own experience, these experts can make sound suggestions to new customers like you. Recommendations from these people, who know what they're talking about, are great most of the time. Then again, there will be occasions when you'll find the selections presented before you as unappealing, to say the least. As a rule of thumb, when it comes to wines, your taste buds should make the judgment. However, how do you know the proper way to taste wines?"

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Wine-Pairing Tips from Wine Merchants

From the many occasions when their recommendations have been asked, merchants have learned from experience that considering a certain wine to be the best is basically a subjective judgment. Considering that even these people – who definitely know what they're talking about – acknowledges that taste is relative, don't stress yourself out whenever you have to pick a bottle.

When serving wine for the holidays, the experts share this tip: roast turkey may be served with either red or white wine. So before pouring the liquid on a glass, common courtesy dictates that you ask first what the person prefers. If her or she doesn't know any better, you may then offer your suggestions. Experts say that either the fruity taste of Pinot Noir or the rustic appeal of Burgundy wine would make for a good match to the flavorful dish. Once you've done your part, let his or her taste buds decide.

Employ the same approach on different occasions whether or not you're dealing with the same person. Always remember that selecting the best wine is a matter of personal taste. In case your suggestion wasn't received well by your guest, don't take it personally. On those occasions, it's best to agree to disagree. There's got to be one wine for every palate. Sometimes, it takes several wrong sips before finding the one that tastes just right.

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Giving Wine Gifts for Winter Weddings: Something Special, Yet Personal

"Once you have made your choice, you can opt to order wine by the case. Wine providers like Paul Roberts Wines sell a case of 12 bottles consisting of various grape varieties in different areas. If you prefer a personal wedding gift box, consult the wine company for the right selection. Wine will always be a good wedding present. It symbolizes life, celebration, strength, and transformation—all the ingredients of marriage."

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How to Choose A Wine Gift for the Host

Suppose one of your friends invites you to a small gathering this coming holiday season. It may be all but an unwritten rule that you have to bring a gift for the host as a token of appreciation for their efforts to organize the occasion. Some of the guests might bring food to share, others may decide to have gifts for everyone – but then again, there you are, ready to surprise the hosts with a good bottle of wine. However, you wouldn't want to bring just about any kind of wine to the party.

First, you have to learn about the event’s theme and the food the hosts will prepare. If the food’s leaning on Italian and Spanish, for example, research on which wines will go well with many food items from both categories. In this instance, a Chianti works with mushroom or cheese pasta, but might react differently if the host whips out a paella negra.

Learn about the hosts’ drinking preferences. If they are known to sip wine but have no idea which variety they like, buy one each of red and white wine, preferably from the same manufacturer. Best of all, chill it before you go to the venue and ask the hosts about keeping them in the chiller.

A good glass of wine is a wonderful icebreaker for friends having a simple dinner together. Giving the host a sample of your tipple may get them interested.

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