Selecting The Right Wine For That Special Occasion

Choosing the perfect wine really depends upon personal tastes.  You can do research on the various vineyards, what was a good year for a particular wine, etc. but the bottom line is what do you like.  We have listed a few things to look for in a really great wine below to try to make your next purchase a successful one.

1. White Wines:  A white wine is a great choice to serve with hors d’oeuvres as your guests are arriving.  A white wine has a light, fresh flavor that won’t interfere with the main dish.  The Chardonnays, Sauvignon Blancs, and a good Chablis are all good choices.  Ask your local wine merchant what he or should would suggest.  They will let you sample some upon request.

A sparkling white wine such as the Rolls Royce of wines the champagne are reserved for those very special occasions such as a wedding, anniversary or engagement party.  Again, you may want to ask the local wine connoiseuer what would be just perfect for the event.

2. Red Wines: A good red wine is great anytime, but when considering which wine to serve with a particular meal, a red is normal chosen for the heartier meals of beef, pork or lamb.  A good Merlot, Burgundy, or Cabernet would all be perfect choices.

Oregon produces a great Pinot Noir.  This wine is a combination of plum, vanilla, and blackberry.  Because of its light and fruity flavor it could also be served after dinner.

The spiciness of the Shiraz would make it a great addition to a spicy Mexican dinner.  It would enhance the flavors a make a simple meal of enchiladas and tacos seem elegant.

The perfect wine to complete an Italian meal would be a Chianti.  With its rich flavor and deep red color it blends easily with ravioli and pizza.  When you finish the wine, the beautiful raffia wrapped bottles make great candle holders and set the mood for your romantic Italian dinner.

If you are serving a tender rib roast, tenderloin steak, Chateaubriand, filet mignon, or tournedos of beef, a robust Burgundy would be just the ticket.

Your main concern when serving your friends a fine meal is that they are happy and enjoying the dinner.  Everyone will have their own opinions of what is a good wine.  Make sure you have a couple of different white wines and a few different reds.  This way they can taste and choose for themselves.  You could have an impromptu wine tasting.

You may enjoy making your own wine.  You could start with one of the fruit wines.  They are relatively easy to make and go great with desserts.  Wouldn’t your guests be impressed.  Visit a fruit wine making website for some recipes.

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