What is the proper sequence in wine service after presenting the bottle and confirming type and price?

What is the proper sequence in wine service after presenting the bottle and confirming type and price?

• A. Pour tasting portion for approval, then pour the full glass.
• B. Pour full glass immediately.
• C. Pack bottle away.
• D. Only show price to guest.

Answer: (A)

The main idea is to verify the wine with the guest before pouring the full amount. After you present the bottle and confirm the type and price, you offer a small tasting pour so the guest can confirm it’s the correct wine and check for any faults like cork taint. If they approve, you finish by pouring the full glass (and, if there are others, the rest of the wine to the table as per service standards). This safeguards the guest experience and shows attentiveness. Pouring the full glass right away bypasses the check and could lead to serving the wrong bottle or a faulty one. Packing the bottle away early ends the service, and merely showing the price doesn’t initiate the proper wine service steps.

The main idea is to verify the wine with the guest before pouring the full amount. After you present the bottle and confirm the type and price, you offer a small tasting pour so the guest can confirm it’s the correct wine and check for any faults like cork taint. If they approve, you finish by pouring the full glass (and, if there are others, the rest of the wine to the table as per service standards). This safeguards the guest experience and shows attentiveness.

Pouring the full glass right away bypasses the check and could lead to serving the wrong bottle or a faulty one. Packing the bottle away early ends the service, and merely showing the price doesn’t initiate the proper wine service steps.