Drink Wine Like A Sommelier By Using These 5 Key Tips

By Devi Poojari

May 28, 2024

If you’ve ever felt intimidated or ill-equipped to drink your way through a list of fancy wines, this comprehensive guide might help ease the anxiety the next time around. Following the rule of the 5 S’s, tap to see how you can feel like a pro during your next tasting.

SEE

Observe the colour of the wine to notice shades of deep red or golden amber as a way to understand how long it has been sitting.

SWIRL

Aerate the wine by swirling your glass lightly, which allows the drink to oxidise and release a host of different aromas.

SNIFF

Pause for a few seconds to get a strong whiff of the wine and identify the notes you smell.

SIP

Take a small sip and swish the wine in your mouth, allowing the flavours to coat your tongue completely.

SAVOUR

Fine wines are meant to be appreciated by sipping slowly, allowing the nuances to come to the forefront while drinking.