Wedding Wine 101

What often amazes me is that people will go through tasting after tasting looking for the perfect meal for their wedding day and then choose their wine strictly on price. If you've never had a meal that was paired perfectly with wine then you are missing out on one of life's great pleasures, one that should be shared with your guests.

When meeting with your caterer be sure to ask what wine they would recommend with each of the dishes. Most chefs will have a favorite or at least be able to recommend a style of wine that would pair with the food. If you are working with a liquor store or winery, invite someone with you to the food tasting so they understand exactly what they are working with.

If you consider yourself more of a "vinophile" and have a favorite or even have a special wine with some importance to you, then consider having the menu created around the wines.

Planning a themed wedding? A regional wine can compliment your theme as there are thousands of wines from all over the world available to you.

Going Green?...Drink local. As more couples are going green remember that local wines have a smaller carbon footprint and are protecting the green spaces around them by supporting local farms.