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Drinking Too Much
When embarking on a wine tour, it can be tempting to sample as many different varieties of wine as possible. However, it is important to remember that drinking too much and too fast can quickly make the experience of wine tasting less enjoyable. It is recommended to pace yourself and take regular breaks throughout the tour. This way, you can sip your glass of wine leisurely and savor its flavor. Plus, it will leave you in good shape for the rest of your day’s activities. Enjoy all the tour offers – remember to do so responsibly.
Reviewing Loudly
On a wine tour, it is important to be respectful of other guests, as well as the people running the tour. Making loud comments about each wine in the lineup can not only be uncouth, but it also detracts from the experience of others. It is best to take notes and enjoy the entire gameday experience without announcing your thoughts out loud and risking hurting someone’s feelings. A good wine tour should be centered around being mindful of others, and Star Class Tours Margaret River offers such a tour.
Avoid Perfume
Going on a wine tour is an exciting experience, but wearing a fragrance should not be part of it. Even the subtlest smells can interfere with the flavors you taste when sampling different wines – with stronger fragrances completely overpowering all subtlety in the tasting process. That is why those visiting wineries today are encouraged to leave the perfume, cologne, body sprays at home, and other scented products like hand sanitizer and lotion. Wearing plain clothing or fabric softener-free articles is also recommended. Letting your nose take in each aroma undisturbed will let you fully appreciate each bottle you taste, making your wine tour extra special.
Holding Glass By The Bowl
When taking a wine tour, it can be tempting to take a casual approach and dump your glasses without much thought. However, holding your glass by its bowl is one of the worst habits you can have as a wine drinker. Not only does it transfer heat from your hand to the liquid in the glass, but it also inhibits your ability to smell and taste the subtleties in the aroma due to its proximity to your nose. Taking care of how you hold your glass shows respect for the wine-maker and fellow tasters. Making sure you hold onto the stem allows for proper aeration, a key component of properly tasting each grape presented on tour.
Acting Like An Expert
When going on a wine tour, it can be tempting to act like an expert, especially if you already know wines. But the truth is that there are different nuances to the process of tasting and understanding varietals of wines, so it is important to pay attention to what your guide is saying and not overdo it in your enthusiasm. It is one situation where you should focus on simply learning and fully enjoying the experience instead of trying to impress with your expertise—unless you are a wine expert. Doing otherwise could mean missing out on invaluable education and enjoying the tour much less than intended.
