When you want to send a wine gift or take wine along for a date, you might wonder what to choose. There are so many different types of wine on the market that it can be quite confusing. Even more so if you tend to opt for beer rather than wine! The good news is that there are a few fail safe options that she will appreciate no matter the occasion.
The first thing to do is to look for a bottle of white wine. Red wines are often a bit trickier than whites when it comes to blind selection. It’s a lot easier to distinguish a cheap red from a quality bottle than it is with white wines. Even a cheap bottle of white wine can be particularly appealing. Especially if it is properly chilled and enjoyed with the right meal.
Another advantage of choosing white wine is the fact that you don’t need to worry about stains. If you or your date are at all nervous, spills can occur. You wouldn’t want to ruin her outfit, furniture, or carpet! In addition, that glaring stain is something that you cannot ignore and it will be there to remind you of the spill for the rest of the night!
Remember, you want her to feel like a lady when she is sipping her wine so be sure to practice proper wine serving etiquette. This means that you should avoid filling your glasses to the brim. White wine does not necessarily need to aerate as much a red wine but it helps create a more relaxed atmosphere when she doesn’t have to worry about spilling.
White wine goes well with a wide variety of foods. It’s really tough to go wrong with a bottle of white but if you do want to play it safe, you can ask her what she is planning on preparing so that you can choose the perfect bottle for the meal.
If you want to take a step up from your usual bottle of white wine, how about some bubbly? Champagne and sparkling wine have a way of creating an even more elegant and romantic mood. Women love feeling pampered and bubbles do just that!