What are the 5 tips for wine tasting?
What are the 5 tips for wine tasting? The 5 S's of wine tasting are: See, Swirl, Sniff, Sip, and Savor. In this post, I'm breaking down how to follow these steps and why they'll help you develop your wine tasting palate.
What not to do before wine tasting?
At least two hours before the tasting, do not drink any coffee or flavored drinks. The same applies to food: do not eat any intensely flavored or hot spicy foods. Why? Intense flavors, creamy texture, or pungent sensations can linger in your mouth for a long time.
What not to say at a wine tasting?
Don't say: “Look at the legs! This must be a great wine”. This is one of the most crucial parts of wine tasting, because the aromas, perceived only through the nose, are a vital part of our appreciation of a wine. The swirl and sniff is well known.