Sommelier Cheat Sheet
I personally hate ordering wine in restaurants, especially when the wine menu is a giant tome with tiny print. That’s a sure way to convince me never to return. However, this sommelier crib sheet may help to relieve my anxiety due to choosing the perfect wine.
First, ask questions. Show you care and ask them about what they like. Second, don’t be a jerk. Don’t send back wine just because you can or be rude. Third, make your budget known. In fact, make sure they know as much as possible about your preferences to help you. Fourth, if you bring your own wine, phone ahead. Fifth, ratings don’t matter. Feel free to ignore Robert Parker.
May 15th, 2006 at 4:59 pm
Interesting they used Peter Palmer, he’s an ass.