16 JUNE 23 – JUNE 29, 2017 BROOKLYN MEDIA GROUP
Four tips for buying
perfect wedding wines
Traditional wedding rules have
fallen by the wayside–food
trucks are in, having a hashtag
is a must, bridesmaids no longer wear
the same dress and groomsmen are
sometimes in sneakers. Couples are
actively seeking ways to differentiate
themselves and get creative.
All that aside, there is one thing that
remains constant–weddings must
have wine.
Without wine, there is no glass to
raise during the toast to the bride and
groom and nothing to drink when the
bar closes during dinner. Wine is the
first thing guests are offered when
they take a seat, and–you know what
they say–it’s important to make a good
first impression.
Choosing the right varietals for
your wedding does not have to be a
stressful endeavor. Whether you’re
a novice wine drinker or a connoisseur,
follow these four tips and you’ll
please a crowd without spending a
fortune:
*Say “cheers!” with a sparkling wine
— People love a good toast, and nothing
washes down a teary maid of honor
speech like a glass of sparkling. Riondo
Prosecco is an accessible option
that’s ideal to enjoy any day of the
year, but perfectly suited for special
occasions. You’ll get six pours out of a
bottle, so plan accordingly!
*Good things come in threes — In addition
to a sparkling, you’ll want a red
and a white option that are familiar
and food-friendly. You can’t go wrong
with a Merlot–look for labels from the
Napa region. For a white, Terlato Friuli
Pinot Grigio is exceptional and ideal
for food pairing.
*Wine math: What you didn’t learn
in school — Running out of wine
mid-wedding isn’t an option, so it’s
important to do the math. You should
anticipate getting about five glasses
per bottle and assume that each guest
will drink one glass per hour. Follow
this rule and the wine will flow all
night long, keeping you and your
guests happy.
*Don’t break the bank, but stay away
from the cheap stuff — Choosing an
excellent wine doesn’t mean paying
top-dollar, but buying too cheaply
can mean sacrificing quality. There
are countless high-quality, delicious,
wines available for $10-$20 per bottle,
so leave the cheap stuff on the bottom
shelf! (BPT)