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Serving wine properly not only highlights its flavor and aroma, but also demonstrates attention to detail and knowledge. Whether at a dinner party with friends or a special occasion, these tips will help you present wine like a pro .
Choose the right cup 🍷
The glass is not just a container, it directly influences the tasting experience.
- Red wines : large, rounded glasses, ideal for allowing good oxygenation and releasing aromas.
- White and rosé wines : smaller, closed glasses that help preserve freshness.
- Sparkling wines : flute-type glasses that retain bubbles for longer.
A well-chosen glass can make the difference between a good wine and a memorable experience.
Control the temperature of the wine 🌡️
Temperature is key to appreciating the nuances of wine:
- Young reds : 14–16 °C.
- Reserva or gran reserva reds : 16–18 °C.
- Whites and rosés : 8–12 °C.
- Sparkling and sweet wines : 6–8 °C.
A wine that is too cold will lose its aromas, while one that is too warm can become aggressive on the palate.
Decant if necessary 🍶
Decanting isn't just for old wines. It can also significantly improve a young wine. What do we achieve when we decant each wine?
- Young wines : they are oxygenated and gain aromatic expression.
- Aged wines : they are gently decanted to separate the accumulated sediment.
Use a clear decanter and do it slowly. If you don't have one, a clean glass carafe can work for informal gatherings.
Serve just the right amount 🥂
It's not a question of filling the glass: the quantity matters as much as the wine.
- Red wine: fill 1/3 of the glass.
- White or rosé wine : up to half.
- Sparkling : 3/4 of the glass.
This allows the wine to be shaken to release its aromas without the risk of spillage and maintains the ideal temperature for longer.
Take care of the presentation: how to hold the glass and the bottle 🍾
Details matter. Holding both the bottle and the glass well conveys care and knowledge.
- The bottle : Hold it by the base or the lower body, without covering the label. When you're done pouring, swirl it around slightly and wipe away the drip with a napkin.
- The glass : always by the stem, never by the bowl. This way, you avoid warming the wine with your hand.
Use these tips at your next celebration and prove you're a wine expert!
