Wine Tasting - The Sense of Smell
There are a few very important things to note when we "nose" a wine. It is suggested to first smell the wine before swirling, noticing the delicate aromas. Next, swirl the wine and smell again after it is at rest. Depending on the bouquet, you may then notice a profound difference in the odors emerging. Aroma is a smell that originates from the actual grape, with very clear cut characteristics. Aroma is most prevalent in young wines. The bouquet of a wine refers to smells generated as a result of aging; smells found particularly in mature wines that were aged in a bottle. The bouquet generally has much softer and complex characteristics than aromas. Identifying what you smell is usually the most challenging part in wine tasting. Although there are many smell categories used to describe characteristics of wine, none have been exclusively agreed upon.
Welcome Wine Lovers!
Drinkwine.com provides the wine enthusiast with an educational and enjoyable resource. Be on the lookout for new and exciting developments at DrinkWine.com! Cheers!
Tangerine Sorbet
8 servings
Recipe courtesy of Brix Restaurant, Yountville, CA
3 cups tangerine juice, fresh
1 Meyer lemon, juiced
1 cup simple syrup*
1 tablespoon corn syrup
1/2 each vanilla bean, split and scraped
1/2 pinch salt
* Simple syrup is equal parts by weight; sugar and water. Bring water to a simmer, add sugar, and remove from heat. It will keep for weeks in the fridge so it’s practical to make extra to have on hand.
Method:
1. Combine ingredients in a saucepot and bring to a boil
2. Strain through chinois and chill until completely cooled
3. Freeze in ice cream maker according to manufacturer’s
instructions
