[header] How to remove a red wine stain ring from a wood table [title] Blot the red wine spill with a damp absorbent cloth immediately as it happens. [step] Make sure to just blot the spot; do not rub it since rubbing might spread the wine over even more of your wooden surface. Continue blotting until there is no more red wine on the table. 
[title] Use a soft, dry towel to dry the area. [step] If some red wine stain remains, continue with the following steps.