Tips to Purchase a Good Bottle of Wine
Standing in front of a wall of wine bottles can be intimidating, but choosing a good one doesn't require expert knowledge — just a few reliable habits.
Start with what you already like
If a bottle worked for you before, look at its region and grape variety, not just its label. Wines from the same region, made from the same grape, tend to share a family resemblance in taste.
Match the wine to the moment
A lighter red or a crisp white suits a casual weeknight; something fuller-bodied earns its place at a dinner with a rich main course. Buying "for the occasion" rather than "for the label" almost always pays off.
Don't judge by price alone
Beyond a certain point, price reflects branding and scarcity as much as quality. A well-reviewed bottle in the mid-range will often outperform an expensive one that doesn't suit your palate.
Have the right tools ready
Even the best bottle is let down by a bad opener or a wine that's turned after being left uncorked. A reliable electric opener and a vacuum stopper on hand make it easy to enjoy a bottle properly, and to keep what's left of it fresh.
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