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Start With A Wine Tasting in Late Afternoon

Melissa Barbara
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If you're having a fall dinner party, start the party off right with a lovely wine tasting. Late August through October marks the US grape crush and harvest season, which makes wine an ideal drink for the evening. We can just imagine the fall sunset against the golden leaves and a nice rich glass of wine in hand! Why can't it be fall all the time?

Fall Wine Tasting Tips

Teach guests how to taste wine like a pro by following our guide, Wine Tasting in 5 Easy Steps.

Complement the wines you are serving with appetizers that share similar ingredients.This will allow tasters to more easily identify the subtle differences between the wines and to enjoy the full flavors of the each.

For menu ideas, check out Red Wine, Cheese, and Grapes: Pairing Tips For Your Party.

Check out our tips on Matching Food and Wine to find the perfect wine to pair with your meal.

Make sure there's enough wine to go around! Use the Celebrations booze-o-meter to calculate the number of bottles you'll need.

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