Did you know there’s such a thing as wine etiquette? —Of course, there is, given that wine first became popular in Europe and was most likely even invented there, and Europeans do have specific ways of doing everything. But we’ll be the first to say that, at the very surface of it all, wine etiquette can seem like a very snobbish concept.
And honestly, nothing is stopping you from drinking wine in your favorite mason jar at home—it’s a form of self-care if you ask us. However, out there in the world, you’ve got to be a little more sophisticated, especially if you’re attending—let’s say, a glamorous wine tasting; you’d want to be confident, and basic wine etiquette could help you with that.
Also, believe it or not, some rules of etiquette do have roots in practicality—here are the ones you should focus on.
Hold the Glass Using the Stem
There is a proper way to hold your wine glass, and it’s not how you see most people holding it. Ideally, a wine glass with a stem needs to be held at the stem, and your fingers should not be touching the round part of the glass. This is important because it keeps you from changing the temperature of your wine by transferring your body’s warmth. Also, holding the glass by the stem keeps it clean and makes it easier to swirl.
