Paul Holmes -
University
English Professor

Free Materials For ESL Teachers and Learners

“Wine” ESL Discussion Questions

1. What is the difference between red and white wine?
2. Can you name any countries where people make wines?
3. Where does wine come from?
4. Do you prefer sweet or dry wine?
5. What are the ingredients of wine?
6. Are you interested in wine?
7. Can you tell if a bottle of wine is spoiled just by looking at it or smelling it once opened?
8. What’s the most expensive bottle of wine you’ve ever purchased?
9. What is the best wine you’ve ever tasted?
10. Is there a specific type of wine that goes best with certain foods or meals? If so, what are those types of wines and foods/meals?
11. Is there any wine that you don’t like? Why?
12. Do you like to drink wine with food or without?
13. Do you like red or white wine more than the other? Why?
14. What does it mean when a wine is described as “dry”?
15. How long does it take for a bottle of wine to go bad after it’s been opened?
16. How long does it take to make a bottle of wine?
17. Do you have a favorite kind of wine?
18. Where do most of the grapes used to make wine come from?
19. How much does wine cost in your country?
20. Have you ever had an allergic reaction to wine?
21. How old do you have to be to drink wine in your country?
22. Are there different types of wines?
23. Do you think that the French are famous for making good wine? Why or why not?
24. Does wine taste good?
25. Why do people drink wine?
26. Does anyone in your family drink wine regularly? If so, who and how often do they drink it?
27. Do you like wine?
28. What’s the best way to store wine?
29. Can you drink alcohol without getting drunk and having a hangover the next day?
30. What type of grapes are used to make red and white wines?
31. Why do some people prefer white wine while others prefer red wine?
32. Are there any health benefits of drinking wine?
33. Do you know what the word “tannin” means?
34. Are you a wine expert?
35. Is it true that all wines are made from grapes?
36. Is it made out of other fruits or vegetables?
37. If you had to choose between drinking beer and drinking wine, which would you choose? Why?
38. What kind of glasses do you use when you drink wine?
39. What is your favorite type of wine?