When it comes to choosing wine at a restaurant, follow the 8 tips we share at WINERYON and you’re sure to get it right. Our experience as wine producers has helped us pinpoint the most important aspects to consider when selecting a wine for your lunch or dinner, and we’re happy to share them with all our followers and friends.
8 Tips for Choosing Wine at a Restaurant
When you arrive at a restaurant, it’s common to be asked what you’d like to drink, sometimes even before you’ve decided on your food. This creates a potential risk, mainly with food pairings. Many diners end up feeling “forced” to choose one dish or another because of that first decision. To help you avoid this, at WINERYON CREATIONS we’ve compiled a list of the 8 key points to keep in mind before picking a wine or before letting the sommelier of your chosen restaurant make a suggestion.
Tip 1: Order What You Like
Always choose based on your own wine preferences. If you don’t like sparkling wines, why order one? Of course, that doesn’t mean you can’t let the professionals recommend something new, but first tell them what type of wine you enjoy most so they can offer you something that truly suits your taste.
Tip 2: Think About Pairing
Remember you’ve come to eat, so consider the main ingredients of your meal and choose a wine that pairs well with them. Wine can enhance a dish or completely overshadow it. Recall all we’ve shared with you about pairing at WINERYON.
Tip 3: Ask Questions
Restaurants usually have a wine cellar curated by a specialist sommelier. If you’re in doubt, or if you’re unsure about the ingredients of a dish, ask the staff for advice when choosing the wine to accompany your meal.
Tip 4: Regional Food, Local Wine
If you’re at a restaurant serving traditional food from a specific region or country, ask about wines from the same area. Wines are often closely linked to the local cuisine, making them the best match. For example, our DEMUERTE wines are perfect for pairing with Spanish food, especially traditional Valencian dishes.
Tip 5: Price Isn’t Everything
Just because a wine is expensive doesn’t guarantee enjoyment. When browsing the wine list, don’t let price be your main criterion, it’s easy to be misled.
Tip 6: Set a Budget Including Wine
It’s wise to have a budget when dining out so the bill doesn’t spiral out of control. Factor wine into that calculation to avoid any unpleasant surprises later.
Tip 7: Opt for a Glass Instead of a Bottle
To broaden your gastronomic experience, try ordering wine by the glass rather than by the bottle. This lets you sample several wines throughout your meal, a great way to discover new tastes and varieties.
Tip 8: Use Technology to Your Advantage
These days, technology allows us to read reviews of wines served at a restaurant even before we go. At WINERYON we recommend checking social media and forums where customers share their opinions. They can be very useful, especially if you want to avoid mistakes. Just remember, these are personal opinions and you don’t have to agree with them.
The DEMUERTE Wine Collection — An Excellent Choice
If all this information feels overwhelming, here’s an easier route: choose one of the DEMUERTE wines offered on the menu. We’re confident you’ll make the right choice. Simply pick the one that best matches your dish and enjoy, our wines will take care of the rest.
