See that you've appropriately prepped your wine so that it is the proper temperature for drinking. There are varying opinions as to what that temperature is, but here's a good rule of thumb: If it's white, chill it in the fridge for at least an hour before serving, but if it's red, serve it at room temperature (unless the temperature of the room is above 70 degrees--in that case, chill it slightly, and invest in an air conditioner).# Inspect the cork for any mold or discoloration. If you find any, just make sure it doesn't continue down into the bottle--if it appears to stop at the top, simply wipe it off and proceed.
# Once you have removed the cork from the bottle, sniff it. Yes, I'm serious, and no, this step won't invoke that fuzzy, lightheaded feeling--you're smelling the cork to detect any unpleasant aromas that may indicate spoilage.
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