Helpful Tips

Glasses: A standard wine glass should have a "bowl" at least three inches tall and three inches in diameter, with a bulge in the middle. This is sufficient room to view the legs of the wine and to allow its aromas to swirl up to your nose. For those interested, whites and blushes tend to be poured in smaller glasses, reds in larger ones.

Wine spittoon: A simple dark-colored or opaque flower vase (emptied) would serve well, or any other tall glass container (tall avoids splashes). Remember this may be an awkward motion for newcomers, so either explain or demonstrate a splash-free technique.

Taste the Wine with Your Mouth