READING WINE LABELS

A Guide to Reading Wine Labels
Every country labels wine differently. Oddly enough, the information printed on a wine label may be of little help in determining the quality of wine you are purchasing. If you are new to wine tasting or do not understand the language you will need help. In this article you will not only find some helpful tips on understanding how to read a wine label but also some help with translating key phrases. Fortunately there are many similarities that once learned will help you to decipher most labels. Each country uses different rating systems that help in identifying the quality of their wines. Basic things to look for on a label include vintage, variety of grape, and alcohol volume.