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HOLIDAY TIPS FROM
THE WYO WINE-O:
Uncork The Possibilities!
T
he holiday season is a perfect time
to enjoy some holiday cheer and
there is no better time to enjoy wine,
even if it isn’t always your drink of
choice. It is a bit stressful to walk into a store
and be overwhelmed by all the options out
there. Sorting through countless bottles and
labels doesn’t have to be a chore, and here
are some simple tips to keep in mind when
shopping and looking for that perfect bottle
of wine.
Give Your Guests Some Options Remember when selecting a bottle of wine,
you don’t have to go for that expensive or
rare find just because the holidays require
every moment to be special. Instead of
shooting for one expensive wine, options are
better. Consider multiple bottles of cheaper
wines to offer a selection to your guests: A
sparkling wine or rose’ as guests arrive and
get situated; a lighter easy drinking white
wine to enjoy while cooking and food prep;
a red varietal that offers versatile pairing
options; and a port or dessert wine to finish
the meal, for example, offers some great
pairing options. Also, think about offering
some dry reds and whites along with some
sweeter wines to find a wine for everyone’s
palette. Having some options at the table
will allow your guests the chance to sip and
sample different wines and to engage and
share their thoughts on the wines as they sip.
Remember to Pair – Always keep in the
back of your mind trying to match and pair
a wine with the flavors of your food. When
serving rich, hearty dishes, pair with a drier,
bolder red to help keep your palate clean and
from getting bogged down in the rich flavors.
Side dishes are equally as fun to pair wine
with. Vegetable dishes, potatoes and salads
are light in flavor and richness and can be
overpowered by a bolder wine so cho