Nothing ruins an outing or a relaxing evening at home more than being surprised by the taste of bad wine.
Johann Wolfgang said: “Life is too short to drink bad wine” and I couldn’t agree less.
Bad Wines are like the Joker in every Batman movie.
Here are 4 ways to know bad wine without tasting it:
Inspect the Bottle:
Check for any indication of leakage or breakage on the bottle or cork. A pushed-up cork or wine stains around the seal can indicate that the wine has been exposed to air, potentially spoiling it.
Examine the Wine’s Color:
Pour a little amount into a glass and hold it up to the light. Red wine should have a bright and clear color, ranging from deep purple to Venetian or brick red, while white wine should be pale yellow to golden. Brownishness or an over-cloudy look could either be signs of oxidation or spoilage.
Swirl and Sniff the Wine:
Swirl the wine in the glass gently to aerate it and release its aroma. Fresh and pleasant aromas like fruits, florals, or earthy scents indicate good wine. If your wine smells like barnyard, sweaty horse, dust, or band-aids, it might be corked or spoiled.
Check For Sediments:
Tilt the glass and check for any sediments like wood, or crystals. Clear wine is an indication of good quality.
While sediments can be normal in older wine, excessive amounts or unusual particles might be an indication of poor quality or improper storage.
