One Thing You Should Always Do Before Opening a New Bottle of Wine 🍇🛑 Before you reach for the corkscrew or twist that cap, there’s one simple move that most people skip, but it can totally change your wine experience: 👉 Give the bottle a quick wipe. 🧽 Why It Matters. Whether the bottle’s been sitting on a store shelf, in your pantry, or delivered from a winery, it’s likely picked up: Dust Tiny particles Residue from shipping Even bits of cork around the neck That stuff can end up in your glass—or worse, mess with the wine’s flavor and mouthfeel. 🔄 The Quick Pre-Pour Ritual: 1️⃣ Grab a clean towel or paper napkin 2️⃣ Wipe the neck and lip of the bottle 3️⃣ Open and pour with confidence ✨ Bonus: If it’s a cork bottle, always check the cork for mold or dryness. A clean cork = a good sign your wine’s been stored properly. 🧠 Small Step, Big Impact It only takes 5 seconds, but it adds a touch of care and prevents you from sipping a little something extra with your Merlot. Plus, you’ll look like you know what you’re doing (because you do). Your Turn! Do you have a wine ritual before opening a bottle, wiping it down, checking the cork, giving it a pep talk? Drop your tips below and let’s swap secrets that take our wine game from good to great! 🍷🧼⬇️ *** Another piece of content for your marketing ***