There’s much more to looking sophisticated with a glass in hand than “Swirl, Sniff, and Sip”—or in other words, to release the aromatic scents, identify fruits and flavors, and taste.
Before you raise your glass, you’ll want to …
Wine tastings can be both fun and educational. (Jack Frog/Shutterstock)
Know Your Grapes
Even if you were born in a vineyard, you’d have to learn about wines just like everybody else. Start with the basics, such as how reds differ from whites. Sample wines from various regions and countries to learn how weather patterns and soil affect grapes and the resulting wines….