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By Stacy Slinkard, About.com Guide to Wine since 2005

How to Order Wine in a Restaurant

Saturday February 23, 2008
So, we've all been there... at your favorite restaurant and out comes the intimidating, leather bound wine list, which can often have anywhere from 20-40 (and sometimes more) different types of wines from various countries with equally varied pricetags. How do you go about ordering wine for your table? First, remember that the trained wait staff or Sommelier is there to help and not hinder. Most restaurants that offer decent wine lists will also offer decent training for their servers. Ask which wines are their best sellers, which wines will partner well with the entrees you are leaning towards and ultimately which wines are in your price range? Read more...

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