Pick a region and explore

Here's a tip, one to help you get familiar with the varieties of wine there is to choose from: start with just one region in the world and explore the wineries and grapes of that region. For example, pick the California Central Coast region or wherever appeals to you. Visit your local BevMo and scan the red or white aisle and pick a few wines from that region. I like reds, so I'd pick a merlot, a cab, a pinot, and a zin. Over the next weeks, pop open a bottle and write down or remember what you liked best. If you really preferred one type of grape over the others - then venture outside the region. See if it sticks. Maybe you've found something special OR maybe you'll find you like that type of grape no matter the region.

Here's a good one from the Central Coast: Eberle Cabernet.

Next thing you know you'll be shopping for airfares on expedia.com and on your way to taste in person at your preferred region.