Q&A: Wine & Food Questions
Allergy to wine and spirits
Quite often (but not all the time) I get puffiness under one or both eyes after I drink a glass of wine or a mixed drink. What could be the reason for that? Is there any way to prevent it or treat it on the spot? Please advise.
Answer From Expert Roger C. Bohmrich, MW
There could be many causes for the puffiness you experience, from various chemical compounds to simply the alcohol content itself. You should consult your physician for advice if it is of serious concern.
About The Expert
Roger has enjoyed a lengthy career in the wine trade as an importer and retailer, and at present he is an educator, speaker and consultant. He set up and managed Millesima USA, a New York merchant affiliated with Europe's leader in direct sales of fine wines to consumers. Previously, he served as senior executive of Frederick Wildman & Sons, traveling regularly around the world to visit wineries and taste the new vintage from barrel. Roger became one of America's first Masters of Wine in 1993.
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