40 TIPS AND TRICKS WHEN PURCHASING, STORING AND SERVING WINE

OCCASIONALLY I see some sadly neglected wine in bottle shops, restaurants and in people’s homes. Bottles that have oxidised due to mishandling, or simply left too long. So here are some guidelines, tips and tricks that might help to save these gems. Some of these may be simple and common sense but others, I hope, will increase your enjoyment of wine. There is also some old-fashioned etiquettes thrown in for good measure.

Let’s start off with purchasing. 1. Check the label and think twice about purchasing that 15% abv (plus) wine. High alcohol doesn’t add aroma and flavour. 2. Look out for darker coloured oxidised white wines