{"id":35067,"date":"2025-03-01T14:58:17","date_gmt":"2025-03-01T13:58:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/enolovers.app\/blog-enoturismo\/how-to-pick-up-a-glass-of-wine-without-making-a-mess-%f0%9f%8d%b7\/"},"modified":"2026-03-14T19:58:42","modified_gmt":"2026-03-14T18:58:42","slug":"how-pick-up-glass-of-wine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/enolovers.app\/en\/blog-enoturismo\/how-pick-up-glass-of-wine\/","title":{"rendered":"How to hold a wine glass (without making a mess) \ud83c\udf77"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Basic tricks for holding the glass like a pro<\/h2>\n

If you’ve ever wondered how to properly hold a wine glass<\/b> , this article is for you.<\/p>\n

And no, it’s not just for show.<\/p>\n

Holding your glass the right way levels up the experience and makes you look like a true wine lover.<\/p>\n

Appreciating a good wine involves activating several senses, and, although it may seem surprising, the way we hold the glass influences the perception of the flavor and aromas.<\/p>\n

Beyond a simple matter of etiquette, holding a wine glass correctly serves practical purposes that enhance the wine experience. Furthermore, the movement of the liquid within the glass oxygenates it and brings out its qualities. Understanding the different parts of a wine glass and learning how to hold it properly is key to fully enjoying every sip. <\/p>\n

In addition, at the end of the article we leave you a short and clear video<\/b> so you can see it in action.<\/p>\n

Why does it matter how you hold your wine glass?<\/b><\/h2>\n

It may seem like an unimportant detail, but it has its trick (and its purpose).<\/p>\n

Here are the reasons:<\/p>\n

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  • Perfect temperature:<\/b> If you hold the glass by the bowl (the part where the wine is), you transfer the heat from your hand and the wine warms up. Beginner’s mistake. <\/li>\n
  • Clear view:<\/b> You avoid leaving fingerprints on the glass and enjoy the color of the wine as it deserves.<\/li>\n
  • Best move:<\/b> Holding it firmly, you can rotate the glass to oxygenate the wine without fear of it ending up on your shirt.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

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    \ud83c\udf77 So\u2026 how do you properly hold a wine glass?<\/b><\/h3>\n

    It’s very easy. For an optimal experience, there are two main ways to hold the cup correctly: <\/p>\n

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    • By the stem.<\/b> Hold the glass by the stem (the thin part between the base and the bowl). This is the classic, elegant, and safe way. <\/li>\n
    • By the base.<\/b> If you want to show off your pro skills, you can hold it by the base, although we only recommend this if you have experience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

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      And if you want to see it clearly, here’s our video with the perfect example<\/b> to ensure you don’t fail:[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]