Choosing a good wine in 5 steps

Choosing a good wine is a skill. Because it takes experience to choose the right bottle, here are 5 steps that should guide your decision.

 

 Set a budget

 

Before spending large sums blindly, set yourself a reasonable price range so you can focus on the options that suit your budget.

 

Remember one thing: price does not justify success!

 

Reading the labels

 

From grape varieties and vintages to the original terroir, wine bottles carry various mentions. Among them, some deserve more attention than others. For example, the mention "Grand Crus classés" reflects the quality of the wine, while the mention "vieilles vignes" has no specific regulation.

 Consider the geographical origin

 

Grape varieties are generally grouped by zone, each identified by appellation. autrement dit: each wine-growing region has its own type of wine. The more you learn about French vineyards, the better you can target your ideal type of wine.

 

 Go for good food and wine pairings

 

In gastronomy, the choice of wine is paramount. While everything is a matter of taste, there are nonetheless some essential pairings for bringing out the aromas, from glass to plate — such as red wine with red meat, and white wine with fish.

 Consult a wine expert

 

What could be better than a specialist to help you choose a good wine? From the wine merchant to the sommelier, the wine expert is best placed to recommend the wine that will best match your expectations — from simple advice to tasting.