Wine lovers, have you ever wondered why master sommeliers always taste endless mysteries from a glass of wine? How do they do it? Today, let me reveal to you some wine tasting techniques that you didn't know!
Colour: The colour of a wine tells us not only about its age, but also about its flavour. Over time, red wines will change color from vivid purple-red to brick-red or brown. White wines, on the other hand, may change from pale yellow to golden yellow. Pick up the glass, take a closer look at its color and feel the change.
Nose: Master sommeliers are always able to smell a variety of aromas from their wines, and this is because they have developed a sensitivity to aromas over a long period of tasting. Try gently shaking the glass to allow the wine to come into full contact with the air, then take a deep breath and you'll smell aromas such as fruits, flowers, herbs, barrels and even animal skins.
Taste: When tasting a wine, take a sip and then linger in your mouth for a moment to allow your tongue to feel its sourness, sweetness, bitterness, and astringency. Master sommeliers also pay attention to how long the wine stays in the mouth, as well as its aftertaste. Good wines usually have a long aftertaste.
Drinking etiquette: Master tasters pay great attention to etiquette when tasting wine. For example, when holding a wine glass, hold the bottom of the glass with the palm of your hand, and gently shake the glass to release the aroma. These seemingly insignificant details are actually related to the taste and experience of wine tasting.
Food pairing: Pairing wine with food is an art. Master sommeliers will match the wine according to the taste and flavor of the wine and the taste and texture of the food. For example, red meat and red wine are a classic pairing, while white meat and white wine are a perfect pairing.
With these tips, you too can gradually become a master taster. Of course, wine tasting is not achieved overnight, it requires a long period of practice and accumulation. Hopefully, this article will help you unravel the mysteries of wine and get you further and further on the road to wine tasting! #头条文玩茶酒季#