It does not take a genius to know about fine wine. All you need to do is research and learn about the different wines available in the market. With some time and practice you will turn out to be an expertor even an oenophile (a wine lover or connoisseur). Here are some tips that you can follow to be able to achieve that. First of all, you need to gather as much information as you can. Find out through experts by reading books, wine guides and blogs. Subscribing to wine magazines, alerts and newsletters can also help. Next, go to your nearest wine shop and ask the staff about the wines they offer. You can also support local wines by asking about California wine products which are available. Search for bottles of wine with descriptions, reviews and award citations. Those with high ratings from blogs and magazines are also interesting finds. Join a wine group, community or forum. The key is to have relevant and reliable information. Spending a great deal of time online may be of a big help too, since most information about anything is already in the world wide web.

Get to know other people who are into wines, so that you can compare notes and ideas and get referrals too. They would be more than happy to help you become more knowledgeable just like them. Take advantage of wine tasting sessions or free samples that local wine stores offer. You only get to know more about the wine once you have tasted it. You have to remember that different people have various and different tastes, so what is good for them may not be as tasteful to you. To each his own, as they say. Enroll in a wine appreciation class or visit a winery or vineyard. Try to learn as much as you can from wine makers themselves. Learn about grape varieties and how they affect the taste of wine. Keep in mind though that techniques and opinions may vary just like tastes, so it helps to keep an open mind. Once you have gathered enough know-how when it comes to wine, do not be afraid to explore. Go over to your local wine shop and try something new. Try it with friends, try it with your special someone or try it as you enjoy a quiet time alone when your senses are more alive.