The enjoyment of wine is a very personal thing. You do not need to be an expert, but you do need to focus on what is in your glass, then listen to and trust your own judgment. If something smells and tastes good, then, in general, it is good. If you can taste food, you can taste wine.

Like most things, tasting wine is a matter of practice – the more you taste, the more aware you are of the different characteristics of different wines. It is like building an exciting mini-library of descriptors in your mind. The more you taste, the more your library of reference expands and the better you become at identifying similarities and differences between wines; not just in style or region of origin but also in quality. Like a sport, the more you practice, the better you become.

To enhance your appreciation and enjoyment of wine, follow the simple steps below and remember that tasting wine should be fun!