THE VIN GUARD

SUNDAY MIRROR Woman whose mission is to track down the fraudsters who cash in on fake wine

2017-06-25 - BY NADA FARHOUD Consumer Features Editor

Poor quality labelling, possibly with spelling mistakes.

If the seal is broken, don’t drink it. Even if it’s not illegal, it could have been tampered with.

Does it look its age? Shiny new labels are often stained with tobacco or dirt.

Bordeaux corks are typically 52-55mm long, and are branded, rather than inked. Check for corkscrew scoring marks.