5 Wine Trends for 2015

The New Year is finally here! Wine enthusiasts are ready to discover new wines, pairings and vineyards to visit. Every year there are new and exciting trends in wine and this year is no exception. There are new trends in wine for 2015 that will interest senior wine enthusiasts as well as those who are just beginners. Make sure you remember to try them all to make your new year spectacular!

• Mix it Up – Break tradition and make a wine cocktail by adding fruit juice, fresh fruit or club soda to your favorite glass of wine.
• Drink more Sparkling Wine – Many wine enthusiasts tend to save the sparkling wine and Champagne for special occasions and events. Life should be celebrated any day of the year. Drinking sparkling wine more often than usual is a popular trend for 2015.
• Indulge in Hotel Happy Hours – Most wine enthusiasts enjoy attending happy hour at local restaurants and specialty wine shops. While this is a great way to enjoy wine, attending a happy hour at a hotel restaurant or bar is the new trend.
• Purchase Wine for the Flavor – Frequently many wine enthusiasts choose their wine by the price and the details on the label. Just because a wine is expensive doesn’t mean it’s great. Choose your favorite wine brand and explore the other options available within the brand. Chances are you will find plenty of new wines for the year that will become your favorite.
• Wine on Tap – Wine bars are becoming increasingly popular. During your visit try one of the many varieties of wines that are on tap and stored in metal kegs.

These exciting wine trends are meant to be shared with friends so make sure you invite them along when you are indulging in your favorite sparkling wine, visiting a wine bar and attending happy hour at a great hotel. Experiencing these wine trends throughout the year will get you out of the same routine of going to the same happy hour every week and only drinking one type of wine. Wine is meant to be discovered, make sure you explore your wine options in 2015!