Is it permitted to wash hands with wine?
Synopsis
Washing hands with wine is generally prohibited as disgraceful to the wine, whether for pre-meal washing or non-meal washing. Exceptions exist: when no water is available, for removing dirt (Taz), and some authorities permit it based on need.
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