Wine is a noble alcoholic beverage, the use of which in small quantities is even good for health. But not always store shelves are filled with only high-quality drinks, and some of them may even harm your body.
Instructions
Step 1
Examine the label. First of all, pay attention to the data about the manufacturer, the address of the company, the certificate, the characteristics of the wine, its category. It is good if the harvest year is specified. This means that the wine is not made from concentrate, but from natural grapes.
Step 2
Rely on time-tested manufacturers. Another way to choose quality wine without opening the bottle is to buy something that is produced under a well-known brand. Many French, Italian, Australian companies have established themselves on the market decades ago, and their longevity is evidence of quality control and compliance with all standards of wine production.
Step 3
After opening the wine, pay attention to its cork. Dark with distinct traces of rot or other darkening indicates that the wine was not stored correctly or was originally corked. Small crystals on the end of the cork that touched the beverage itself are acceptable. They talk about the presence of tartaric acid salts, which can only appear in natural wine.
Step 4
Pay attention to the markings on the plug. Producers of quality wine always put a stamp or coat of arms on it, the harvest year and the name of the company.
Step 5
Try the aroma of the wine that will tell you about its quality. A pungent smell with clear one or two lines indicates a low quality of wine. The smell of vinegar will indicate the same. A good wine has a rich and varied aroma with the gradual inclusion of different notes.
Step 6
Pour the wine into a glass and shake it a little so that you can watch the marks flowing down the walls. A good wine will descend smoothly, without leaving uneven smudges behind it, which is what makes a low-quality drink different.
