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1.Know your audience: Think of your guest list as you make your wine decisions. Will everyone drink wine? Will they drink both white and red? Or will the younger crowd (especially the men) opt for beer instead? Knowing whether or not you're serving a wine-loving crowd will help you determine how much time to spend choosing, how finicky you must be and how much wine to get.

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2.Stick to the basics: Unless you know your guests will enjoy your creative selection of wines, stick with what people know and love best -- a white such as Chardonnay or a Chardonnay-based wine and a red such as Merlot. If you prefer to veer just a little bit off the beaten path, try a light, food-friendly white such as Sauvignon Blanc and a red Zinfandel.

3.Pick a bubbly: A wedding is all about celebration, and so is champagne. So be sure you have enough on hand to have at least one reception toast. Get the best you can afford -- after all, you'll be toasting your future marital success with it. If you're worried about affordability, here's a money-saving tip: Have the waiters fill the glasses only halfway. As they're pouring, the bubbles will fill to the brim anyway, then settle down, leaving a half-full glass. The truth is that not everyone loves champagne, so offering several sips at first is more than enough for most of your guests. Those who want more can get refills later. Not a big champagne fan? Sparkling cider will also be a hit with most any crowd -- and you can enjoy it to.

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