Spot the Warm White

The scallops are ready and the Chablis has drifted warm. Find the service issue most likely to make this crisp white taste dull at the table. The white wine bottle is standing away from the ice bucket Correct. The bottle is losing the cool serving range that preserves freshness and acidity. Re-chill it in ice water before the first pour. The glasses look freshly warm from the rack Also correct. Warm bowls raise the first pour quickly. Swap for room-cool or lightly chilled white-wine stems when the style depends on freshness. The seafood plates are waiting on the pass Timing…

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