Guidelines for sending a bottle of wine back at a restaurant

Sending a bottle of wine back at a restaurant is acceptable, but there are good guidelines to follow.?If a bottle is flawed, by all means, reject it. Where it gets tricky is if the bottle is sound, but not to your liking. If it’s a bottle selected by the sommelier, many professionals say it’s best to express your thoughts, which can help the sommelier?serve customers better in the future. If it’s something you selected but ended up being different than you thought, tread lightly. Some professionals will take a “customer satisfaction first” approach and work with you to find another bottle, but others may not be as willing. Doing your homework is key: getting to know your palate and your preferences will help with future choices.