There are no set formulas for choosing the right wine for that special meal, event or person. In fact people have their own preferences when it come to wine. We have listed a few suggestions below to help you pick the right wine for the right moment or special meal. We hope it gives you some helpful insights to serving wines that should please any palate.

1. White Wines:  A white wine is a great choice to serve with hors d’oeuvres as your guests are arriving.  A white wine has a light, fresh flavor that won’t interfere with the main dish.  The Chardonnays, Sauvignon Blancs, and a good Chablis are all good choices.  Ask your local wine merchant what he or should would suggest.  They will let you sample some upon request.

A sparkling white wine such as the Rolls Royce of wines the champagne are reserved for those very special occasions such as a wedding, anniversary or engagement party.  Again, you may want to ask the local wine connoiseuer what would be just perfect for the event.

2. Red Wines:  A nice hearty red wine such as a Merlot or Burgundy would be perfect with an Italian meal or with grilled steak, pork or lamb.  Serving a good red with a meal can actually help to enhance the dinner.

A really nice red wine produced mostly in Oregon is the Pinot Noir.  With its blend of plum, vanilla and blackberry flavors it would be a nice addition to any meal.

When hosting a spicy Mexican meal the Shiraz is a perfect compliment with its peppery flavor that brings out the spiciness of your enchilada suiza or chili verde.

The perfect wine to complete an Italian meal would be a Chianti.  With its rich flavor and deep red color it blends easily with ravioli and pizza.  When you finish the wine, the beautiful raffia wrapped bottles make great candle holders and set the mood for your romantic Italian dinner.

If you are serving a tender rib roast, tenderloin steak, Chateaubriand, filet mignon, or tournedos of beef, a robust Burgundy would be just the ticket.

Your main concern when serving your friends a fine meal is that they are happy and enjoying the dinner.  Everyone will have their own opinions of what is a good wine.  Make sure you have a couple of different white wines and a few different reds.  This way they can taste and choose for themselves.  You could have an impromptu wine tasting.

If you are a true wine connoisseur you may want to experiment with your own creations. Producing your own wine at home can be quite rewarding. You can make a variety of fruit wines that would actually be a great addition with most desserts. If you would like to learn more about making wine visit Fruit Wine Making

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