There’s no right way or wrong way to taste wine. It’s this simple — do you like what you’re drinking or do you not like what you’re drinking? That said, there’s a formal way to taste wine that reveals more about the wine in your glass, even before you start drinking. Here at VinePair, we understand that this method of tasting can be intimidating, so we’re going to break it down for you, leaving you feeling comfortable and confident if you wish to use this method.
- Intro: How & Why We Taste Wine
- Basics: How To Smell Wine
- How Does Wine Have So Many Different Flavors?
- What Does Acidity In A Wine Mean?
- Basics: How To Look At Wine
- Basics: How To Sip Wine
- How To Tell If A Wine Is Corked
- What Are Wine Legs?
- Basics: How To Swirl Wine
- What Is A Tannin? A Guide To Tannins
- What Is Oak? Oaked & Unoaked Wines
- Wine Body Guide — Light, Medium & Heavy Body!