Wine Tasting

Tasting is above all a pleasurable experience that does not call for any complicated procedures or specialized vocabulary. Be receptive to your senses and enjoy!
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Opening: It is not necessary to open bottles too long before to taste the wine. The narrowness of the neck allow only an insignificant aeration. Keep the bottles at the right temperature. If you can afford to make your own Wine Cellar, visit our Wine Cellars, and  Champagne  & Wine Accessories shop.

Uncorking: Not always an easy business. Use a good tool. My personal choice is the Rabbit. Named for its bunny-like profile and quick cork-pulling capabilities, The Rabbit is the ultimate corkscrew. The ergonomic design, rubberized finish, and precision gear system work together to open a wine bottle in three seconds or less - with remarkably little effort.  Wine Openers and Corkscrews and Champagne  & Wine Accessories

Serving Use a decanter only for old wines with sediment. Choose your glass carefully, it really makes a difference. Serve carefully, pouring slowly into the glass, the label upwards to prevent stains . The wine must flow, not cascade. Don't fill the glass more than one third! Stemware and Decanters

Looking If you're not an expert, forget all the fancy expressions, just size it up. Look at its color, its depth, intensity. Check its clarity and brilliance. If the wine looks good, it's fairly safe to assume that it also tastes good. To use the right wine glasses, see Riedel and Spiegelau

Smelling: Hold the glass by the base. Smell the wine as it sits still in the glass. Gently move the wine around the glass and allow the aromas to rise up to the top of the bowl. The wine will release all the richness of its bouquet. You will detect all sorts of fruits and flowers, as well as more complex aromas. We all have a very sensitive sense but practice helps us to recognize and identify the different aromas present in wine.

Tasting Bring the glass up to your lips, take in a small amount and roll it around your mouth for a minute. The art of tasting is to take notice of all the different impressions.
Once you have swallowed the wine, you will notice its aftertaste and be able to appraise its personality. Last step, enjoy Wine, and buy Wine Gifts