As New York legislators renew their efforts to allow grocery stores to sell wine, one Cayuga County winery owner is making his case for why the state Legislature should pass the bill.
Ordering wine can be overwhelming when you鈥檙e faced with a long wine list at a fancy restaurant, and it might even make you feel anxious. Here are some of the most common mistakes you can avoid while ordering wine, according to a sommelier. Avoid ordering items you can easily find at a grocery store. Dining out is a chance to try something new and unique Wines from major regions like Bordeaux and Napa Valley can be overpriced. Instead, consider options from nearby areas to save on costs. American wine drinkers often favor high-alcohol, bold red wines, but many of these bottles are still too young. Instead, opt for light-bodied reds that are made ready to drink when bottled. Chardonnay, sauvignon blanc, and pinot grigio tend to be people鈥檚 鈥渃omfort-zone鈥 wines, but there are many other white wines to discover. There are more than 1,000 grape varieties native to Italy alone, so don鈥檛 be afraid to try 鈥渦nder the radar鈥 white wines.
Government reporter Robert Harding can be reached at (315) 282-2220 or robert.harding@lee.net. Follow him on X @RobertHarding.
