WINE ETIQUETTES

Presented to :- Prof Shobhna Vora By:Raghav Kapoor Karan Varma 34 19

WHAT IS WINE?

Wine is an alcoholic beverage, made of fermented fruit juice, usually from grapes. The natural chemical balance of grapes lets them ferment without the addition of sugars, acids, enzymes, or other nutrients. Grape wine is produced by fermenting crushed grapes using various types of yeast. Yeast consumes the sugars in the grapes and converts them into alcohol. Wine has a rich history dating back thousands of years, with the earliest known production occurring around 8,000 years ago in Georgia.

DIFFERENT TYPES OF WINES

The variety of wines available are practically endless. Some of the major wine types available include: blush fruit/country non-alcoholic red sparkling white. The most famous wines come from different regions in France Alsace:Bordeaux Champagne Cognac Provence Jura Rhone valley

TYPES OF RED WINE

Red wine comes from black grapes. The grapes are fermented,These wines can be light or sweet, refreshing or mellow. Here are some of the major types of red wine:

Barbera: This grape is similar to Merlot, but not as well known. Barbera wines go well
with many dishes, including those prepared with tomato sauce. Their taste is similar to black cherry and plum fruit, with a silky texture.

Cabernet Sauvignon: Considered one of the world''s best varieties of grape,

Cabernet Sauvignon is often paired with Cabernet Franc and Merlot. It is often served with red meat and has a full-bodied flavor.

Merlot: Merlot wines are considered "easy to drink" and are a good introduction to
red wines. They can be served with any type of food and have a rough, tannic flavor. .

TYPES OF RED WINE

Pinot Noir: These grapes are difficult to grow and are rarely blended with other
varieties. They are often served with chicken, lamb and salmon. The taste of Pinot Noir wines is delicate and fresh, with a fruity aroma and earthy notes.

Syrah or Shiraz: Syrah and Shiraz are both names for the same variety of grape.
These red wines go well with beef, steak, stew and wild game. The taste is fruity with black pepper/roast meat overtones and gripping tannins.

Zinfandel: Considered the world''s most versatile grape, Zinfandel is used to make
wines from blushes to rich, heavy reds.it may be served with pasta in tomato sauce, pizza or meat. Zinfandel has a zesty berry and pepper flavor

TYPES OF WHITE WINE

Since all grape juice starts out colorless, white wines can be made from white or black grapes. Flavors of white wines can range from very dry to sweet and golden. The five main types of white wine are:

CHARDONNAY: This popular grape can be made into sparkling or still wine.
It goes well with fish and chicken dishes. Chardonnay has a wide-bodied, velvety citrus flavor. When fermented in a new oak barrel, it has a buttery tone that can resemble coconut, toast, toffee or vanilla.

GEWURZTRAMINER: Wine made from this aromatic grape is often served

with Asian food, pork and sausages. It has a fruity flavor with allspice, lychee, peach and rose in the aroma.

TYPES OF WHITE WINE

MUSCAT: Rather than a single variety, Muscat describes a family of grapes.
Muscat wines are best enjoyed on their own, without any type of food. Muscat is a type of sweet wine with a musky, grapefruit aroma.

RIESLING: Riesling wines are fresh tasting and improve with age. They
compliment chicken, fish and pork. Riesling wines are light and reminiscent of fresh apples.

SAUVIGNON BLANC: These wines are considered versatile food wines and
are often served with poultry, seafood and salads. They have a flavor which is both herbal and fruity, and can sometimes also be smoky.

LEARNING WINE ETIQUETTES

Wine is a social drink to be enjoyed with family, friends, and colleagues. Many times it will be consumed in celebration and most times with a good meal. Here are several places you may find yourself in where knowing wine etiquette will be important.

Wine Tasting:-When tasting different wines at a winery, it is perfectly acceptable to discard wine that you do not like into a receptacle. Typically, water and crackers will be offered so you can cleanse your palate between each wine. It is not acceptable to ask for a second taste of every single wine you try, it is acceptable for you to request a second taste of a wine that you are uncertain about. Beyond the second taste, if you want to experience more of a particular type of wine, purchase a glass to enjoy.

Dining Out:- Observe the label and be sure that it is the bottle and vintage that you ordered. Taste the small amount that the server pours into your glass Observe the cork (the server should place it next to your place setting) to be sure there is no mold, that it is not too dry and that it has consistent color. Wine At Home:Take care in selecting a wine that pairs well with the food that you are serving. Serve your wine at the correct temperature. Let your wine breathe. Selection of the right glass pour

Wine As A Gift:- Tissue paper with a ribbon or a wine specific gift bag are always a great way to gift your bottle. As an added bonus, consider an accessory to go along with your bottle, such as a cork screw or a wine stopper. The most important rule is to use your knowledge of wine etiquette to further your, and your companions, appreciation and enjoyment for wine.

WINE ETIQUETTES IN CORPORATE WORLD

It is very important for a businessman to know the variety of grapes of Red and White wine. For Reds: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir. For whites: Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. :- The pronunciation of these names can also every so often prove disastrous. Correct pronunciation especially if the desire is to make an impression while ordering the wine.

:- You may offer your guest a taste of the wine, but only insist once. :- The waiter will dispense a tiny quantity of wine in your glass. :- You rotate your wrist, holding the stem of the glass and then bring it up to your nose to take a whiff of the wine. :- Then take a tiny sip of the wine, and if pleasing to all your senses, communicate your approval to the waiter.

:- Wait for him to fill both the glasses till a halfway mark, and then you can wish him cheers and be rest assured that your business associate is already considering you more than worthy of the deal you.

ART OF HOLDING A WINE GLASS

Holding the stem of the wine glass securely, together with thumb, index and middle finger will give the glass much more stability. This technique also ensures that the temperature of wine will remain steady. The more contact you have with the cup of the glass, the more tepid your wine will become. Drinking a chilled white wine, or even having a red, it is only agreeable if consumed it at the desirable temperature.

IMPORTANCE

It is astonishingly important for business heads to be versed with at least the fundamentals of wine. Since India has very recently learnt to take pleasure in wines while doing business, the traditions and towards the protocols of wines are still quite novel for most business people. With wine becoming the more favored drink served at most corporate affairs, it is difficult to stay ignorant to the subject. Indulging in a basic wine knowledge will surely make an impression

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