When reading reviews or describing what you want to a merchant, use these standard terms found on sites like Wine Folly :

: If buying for a restaurant visit, check their corkage fee policy beforehand, as many establishments allow you to bring your own bottle for a set service fee. Essential Tasting Vocabulary

: Describes a wine that is oily, full-bodied, and often high in alcohol.

: To name a specific grape (like Chardonnay), at least 75% of the wine must come from that variety.