This document provides an overview of basic wine knowledge. It discusses that wine is made from smaller, tougher-skinned grapes that contain seeds and are sweeter than table grapes. It also notes that an opened bottle of wine will last 3-5 days for most wines and up to a month for fortified wines. Additionally, it outlines the eight most common types of wine which include Riesling, Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, and Chardonnay whites and Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon reds. Finally, it states that the shape of the wine glass depends on the wine and is meant to best preserve flavors and aromas.