1. Don't tell them you're planning to buy any bottles or cases, i.e. lots of their expensive commodity.
Let them believe this is simply a casual afternoon outing as a family, that's all. No pressure.
Let them believe this is simply a casual afternoon outing as a family, that's all. No pressure.
2. After tasting a sip, you can spit the liquid out. They have little bowls specifically for this purpose.
Not only will it keep you from getting unintentionally inebriated, but you look like a total pro.
Not only will it keep you from getting unintentionally inebriated, but you look like a total pro.
3. Always take the free cheese and crackers. Always.
4. If you're not an expert don't worry - somewhere in the middle of the trip you'll start to feel like one!
"Ah yes, I detect a hint of yeast in the aftertaste of this Cab Sauv... but it's not quite as austere as the perfumed merlot we tasted earlier. Subtle, yet dry."
5. But by the end they'll all start to taste the same again.
"This one is good."
6. Find a designated driver: day drinking isn't for the weak of heart (or liver)!
7. TAKE NOTES FOR LATER.
8. Just because a place looks nice on the outside doesn't mean it has the best wine.
This gorgeous winery had our least favorite tastings.
This gorgeous winery had our least favorite tastings.
9. Yes, every winery will have that scenic vineyard view to take photos in front of.
Don't let the repetition discourage you from admiring - and taking photos of - every single one.
Don't let the repetition discourage you from admiring - and taking photos of - every single one.
10.The Finger Lakes region is one of a kind.
Take in the view as it passes by your window.
Bonus tip: If you're under-21 and the offer you complimentary grape juice, JUST TAKE IT.
This isn't Welsh's 100% juice for 100% kids nonsense. It's the real deal.
This isn't Welsh's 100% juice for 100% kids nonsense. It's the real deal.
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