Wine Tasting Can Be Challenging. The art of tasting the wine is naturally as old as the art of wine-making itself. Nowadays the activity of wine tasting has turned in an appreciated career for some but it's also a great way to connect with loved ones and start a new past-time. Perhaps one of the most important parts of the perfect evening out is the food and wine. For a seasoned wine connoisseur, the concept of pairing wines is relatively simple; however, for most people, it is a - different and sometimes challenging experience. In most locations, you will have to understand the basics of pairing to make the best decision; however, Vetro Restaurant & Lounge, Russo's On The Bay newest edition, makes sense of wine tasting with its new Vino at Vetro Wine Eductation.
PJ, Vetro's General Manager and Sommelier, recommends that you start with a wine. This is often one of the most pressing preferences. Some people are inclined to white, while others prefer red, making your broader wine category a great starting point for pairing. While Wine tasting can be challenging, we’ve compiled some basic tips for those who are not connoisseurs to begin making better pairing choices.
Begin with your primary category of wine. This is the easiest choice for most as it’s simply a matter of choosing white or red. Then narrow down your flavor preference to either a dryer, more robust flavor or a cleaner, lighter flavor. For those that do not drink wine often, a good place to start is with a Sauvignon Blanc or other delicate white wine.
Depending on your wine choice, you’ll have several food options at this point. Generally speaking, pairing a white wine with seafood or poultry or pairing a red wine with red meat or pork are both safe choices. Pay attention to the flavor in the wine. A more delicate wine will work best with lighter foods like seafood or vegetables served in light sauces with a lemon or other similar base. More robust and flavorful wines like Cabernet Sauvignon should be paired with red meats and heavier, wine based sauces.
You’ll find, when paired properly, both the food and wine complement each other. The experience is definitely worth the education. Some high-end restaurants train their staff on their wine selections as well. You can take advantage of the incredible knowledge of the staff in helping you to enhance your experience. Look for a restaurant like Vetro with a sommelier on staff. These are often the restaurants that are capable of guiding the guests through selecting the perfect wine to compliment a meal and perfect meal to compliment a wine.
For budding connoisseurs, wine classes (like the Vino at Vetro Education Experience) are a great place to start learning the basics of selecting a wine. For more information on Vetro Restaurant and Lounge or on the Vino at Vetro Educational Experience, visit www.VetroNYC.com or call 718-843-8387.
Vino at Vetro
Dates and Courses:
$450 per Semester
Course includes six classes with tastings and study material, Complimentary Membership to the Vino at Vetro VIP Club, and Certificate of Completion.
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