Wine

When toasting, raise your glass with your right hand. If you are the subject of the toast, do not raise your own glass; instead, simply smile and acknowledge the honor.

White wine is typically paired with lighter dishes, like light meats and especially fish. Red wine is usually consumed with red meats or full-flavored foods.

When a bottle of wine is presented, the host is offered the cork and the first taste. Pinch the cork to check if it's moist, sniff the bouquet, and if it's a red wine, take a sample sip before nodding your approval.

White wine is served cooler than red wine. It is proper etiquette to hold the wine glass by the stem to prevent your hand from warming the bowl, a practice applicable to all wine glasses.