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Learn the Key Components of Tasting Wines
Get an overview of the steps involved in tasting
wine like the pros. By tuning into your senses and slowing down
the process you will acquire a whole new appreciation for the
complex flavors buried in a bottle of wine.
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Learn the
Basics of Tasting Wine
Look, smell, and taste the key components of tasting
wines and skills you've had since childhood. Wine
tasting is a snap when you know what to be looking,
smelling and tasting for. Take a peek at the wine
color chart to further enhance your tasting
experience.
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Wine Tasting
Tips
Start with a
clear wine glass. The rim of the glass should
bend inwards to help funnel aromas to the nose,
and allow you to swirl without spilling on your
$50 tie. Never hold the glass by its bowl, only
by its stem.
Now pour a little wine into
your glass. An inch or less is best. If you are
tasting several wines, begin with the lightest
(sparkling wines, roses, then light whites
followed by full-bodied whites) and progress to
the heaviest (light reds to more full-bodied
reds followed by dessert wines). This will help
keep your taste buds more sensitive so you can
better appreciate each wine in the series. A sip
of water between wines can also help preserve
your palate.
How To How to
Host an Unforgettable Wine Tasting Party
A Wine Tasting
Party is an ideal way to get friends and family
together to learn about wine and experiment with
new or unusual varities. Pairing wines with
cheeses will only enhance your tasting
experience. Read on for a list of ideal cheese
and wine pairings.
Start your own
tasting club!
With more than 100,000
wines on the market, getting together with
fellow wine lovers is one of the best ways to
learn about wine. An informal tasting club can
enhance your understanding and enjoyment, and
you can taste more wine, save money and have
fun.
A simple tasting
form
This straightforward
form makes scoring simple, whether you're a
novice or an experienced taster.
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