What to Expect at a Wine Tasting
A wine tasting is a perfect place to learn everything there is to know about wine, whether the visitor is a wine enthusiast or a curious beginner.
A wine tasting is a perfect place to learn everything there is to know about wine, whether the visitor is a wine enthusiast or a curious beginner.
Tastings take place in wineries all over the country to educate people on the best attributes of the drink. Each winery has its style and selection of products prepared for tasting. However, they all follow the same protocol. Here’s what to expect at a wine tasting:
Getting ready for a wine tasting
Wine tastings require advanced booking, so book an appointment to participate in a scheduled tasting. Researching the winery before the tour will also help visitors dress accordingly. Wineries are stylish environments, so consider that and the weather to dress for the occasion.
Most wineries also offer their visitors a tour of the grounds while a host explains the history of the wine and the production process.
How to maximize a wine tasting
Remember that wine tasting is an opportunity to try new flavors and aromas. Don’t be self-conscious about asking questions about unique bouquets and tastes. Try different wines and take notes on the ones you enjoyed the most. At the end of the tasting, most wineries have bottles available to purchase.
Techniques and etiquette
Wine-tasting samples are served in a long-stem glass. Always hold the glass by the stem for two reasons. First, the heat produced by a hand placed on the glass bowl will alter the temperature of the wine. Second, during the tour, the host will encourage visitors to observe the color of the wine and teach them to distinguish one variety from the other.
When planning to visit more than one winery on the same day, control your alcohol consumption. Visitors get a tasting bucket to spit the wine after savoring it at every tasting. Unless visitors plan to spit every sample provided, it’s recommended not to drive to the winery.
Hiring a shuttle tour service to drive to and from the winery is a great idea. Visitors can get the best out of the experience and indulge in a few glasses of wine without worrying about driving home.
Time for good wine!
Going to a wine tasting is a unique and fun experience. Aside from getting familiar with the different varieties of wine, visitors can sample more exotic alternatives. They can also learn about the different tastes, aromas, and wine production.
Before booking a tasting, contacting a shuttle company is a good idea. Tour professionals have experience in wine tastings and can book the tour, drive visitors back and forth, and provide helpful advice about the upcoming adventure.
