Tips In Choosing The Best Wine

You're having your first date and you would certainly want to make a good impression on your date but when the waiter comes and hands you the wine list, you're seized with panic and afraid you'll order the wrong one. You don't need to worry because this article will cover the basics on how to choose the best wine.

It is a fact that wine is great especially when it is with a great meal. Some people would say, "white with fish, red with meat" but this is not necessarily true. The color of wine does not dictate what particular type of meat it suits. What matters are the wine's origin and characteristics. What you should know is that light wines goes well with light foods, such as chicken and fish, while full-bodied wines are a perfect match for bolder types of meats such as beef. If you are going to have some spicy foods on the menu, have sweeter varieties of wines.

One more important factor that determines choice of wines is the region it is originated. There is a slight divergence in taste of wines that come from other countries because of the different soil conditions present. Wines from Australia and Germany will be different because of their different soil conditions. It is better to choose wines from Germany, France or Italy because they have been producing wines for centuries. This doesn't mean that wines from other countries or regions aren't good but when your on the dinner table with your date shuffling in her chair waiting for you to choose from the wine list, it would certainly be a safer choice.

Many people think that aged wines are better but this is not the case for all types of wines. Most commercially available wines nowadays may even worsen when kept too long. The wine qualities are also affected by changes in weather conditions. This is why bottles produced in the same year but kept in under different weather conditions will taste a little different from each other. Wines are not released until the wine bottles have aged for at least two years - this is practiced by wineries. So, bottles on sale would already be suitable for drinking. Also take note that most white and sparkling wines are drinkable without aging and could worsen when kept too long.

For those who have the time, try having a sip of everything so that you can find the wine that suits your preferences. Different persons have different tastes so choose the best wine that meets the qualities you want and what conforms to your taste. Enjoy your wine.

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