Do wine labels influence you?

I know what I like, but I often find myself drawn to a label. Often times the label out does the actual quality of the wine! Some companies really do a good job of setting themselves apart.

I thought this was pretty original wine bottle label. I've never seen the brand in store, but I want to give it a try one day.

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Permalink Reply by Jonna on September 30, 2008 at 5:36am

YES! Ok, Yes.. and No. When I'm set on a certain flavor, etc, the label doesn't influence me. But I do find myself drawn (no pun intended) to some of the really cool labels I see out there.
I actually make it a point to just go out and grab a bottle completely based off of the label. Most of the time I'm disappointed, but I'm sure I'll find a great little gem somewhere!

Permalink Reply by Erica Briggs on September 30, 2008 at 8:25am

I have to admit I've done this, too. I love the look of the Francis Coppola labels. So chic, yet old timey. He also makes a good Claret! But it was the label that made me try it. Take a look: http://www.rossobianco.com/#wines_diamond

Permalink Reply by Kimberly Moreland on September 30, 2008 at 9:18am

Sometimes yes, but it really depends on the type of wine. A cool label on a bottle of really dry wine (something I may not really like won't really change my mind) but an outstanding label on some Pinot Noir will certainly put it in my basket. Sometimes I find the best wines have the simple and quite plain labels.

Permalink Reply by TheScrappyMama on September 30, 2008 at 12:57pm

Yes! I love the labels and will buy some just for that reason. Most of the time I am not crazy about the taste, but it was fun to try.

Permalink Reply by Candes on October 1, 2008 at 11:29am

Labels catch my eye but I'll go online and read reviews before buying one that's out of my price range.

Permalink Reply by Linda Sellers on October 2, 2008 at 4:22am

Sometimes...I will read the description first if there is one. I'm always drawn to labels with animals and beautiful art scenes. But in the end, I will go with a description that fits what I like...Unless it has a horse on it, and then i'm going to own it!

Permalink Reply by Yvette on October 2, 2008 at 4:27am

A group that is close to my heart! Yes, I usually buy wine because of a cool looking label.
For instance "Mommys time out" LOVE IT! It's 7.99 and it tastes pretty good. I also like one that has a black and white label called "Table Wine".

I am pretty pleased most of the time.

Permalink Reply by Trisha Jackson on October 3, 2008 at 8:43am

Yes, they actually do! I like to try the wines with the most unusual names and labels. Makes for great conversation pieces considering that I keep all of my bottles to decorate with.

Permalink Reply by Erin on October 4, 2008 at 8:39pm

I guess it's kind of like a book cover, if you like the author you'll buy the book no matter the label, but if you've never heard of them the cover is important. SO yes and no. If i've never heard of them then the label plays an important part.

Permalink Reply by Sharlyn on November 8, 2008 at 8:50pm

Always! I'm a sucker for packaging.

Permalink Reply by Janet on November 11, 2008 at 8:21pm

Absolutely, wine labels are like book covers to me. The label attracts me to learn more about the wine. If two sound just as good I'll pick the catchy title. One of my fav finds is called Seven Deadly Zins.

Permalink Reply by jazzy on November 14, 2008 at 1:32pm

It definitely catches my eye and makes me think more about trying it, then I would if there was a boring label slapped on top.

I like the one you made, it has a retro feel.