Wine Tasting Etiquette for the not so Wine Enthusiast.

Yes, wine tasting has it's own set of rules, it is not just about throwing back a few glasses and catching a quick buzz.Believe it or not, any set of rules where etiquette is concerned are to make you the feel more comfortable in an atmosphere that is somewhat new to you. Familiarizing yourself with these rules will help in making your tasting adventures even more enjoyable.

Even for the novice wine taster, learning a few rules and going to your local grocery store for a wine tasting is a great way to practice your new skills. I recommend taking wine notes,name of the wine, varietal, year, wine region, what you tasted, what you smelled, what you liked, what you did not like, and if you have your cell phone handy take a photo of label, this way you won't forget a wine you liked when it comes time to making a purchase.I have found that with a few proper wine etiquette skills i receive better service from tasting room employees, winemakers and often time receive a few extra tastes and tastes of some unreleased wines, which is always a treat.
Here are a few simple rules of wine etiquette from a great oenophile website, Bottlenotes. Enjoy and Happy Tasting!!http://www.bottlenotes.com/the-daily-sip/wine-tips/wine-knowledge-etiquette