They say you can t judge a book by its cover, but does the same apply to a bottle of wine?
While many of us will admit to being swayed by an impressive logo and swirling font, the information on a wine label can actually help you understand the quality and character of the plonk, once you know what all the confusing jargon actually means.
You don t have to be a connoisseur; from the vintage year to the region, knowing a few key things to look out for will help ensure the next bottle of wine you pick up from your local supermarket doesn t end up poured down the sink.