General Etiquette when Attending Wine Tasting Events or a Winery.
Going to a wine tasting event can be fun and can be an incredibly informative experience! However, for many, first wine tasting can also be a bit overwhelming. Knowing the right etiquette can make the whole day more relaxed and enjoyable for both you, the winery, friends and guests.
++ Do:
+ Do Keep an Open Mind and try something new.
+ Do Pour or Spit Things Out if you're not fully content. The purpose is to try new things.
+ Ask Questions, take notes or take pictures.
+ Always hold your wine glass by the stem.
+ Do trust your senses and go with it.
** Don't:
* Never wear colognes, perfumes or aftershave on the day of any wine event. Some wineries or events will ask you to leave.
* Lipsticks will affect the taste of wines.
* Don't chug the wine
* Don’t overfill your glass, the object is to taste it. More than 2oz at a time is pushing it.
* Don’t put ice cubes in your wine. Place the wine bottle in ice, not ice in the wine.
* Don't wear a white shirt it's not worth it. It never fails to get a wine stain. However, a white background helps with viewing wine colors and hues much better.
