Think wine tasting is intimidating? It doesn’t have to be!
STEP 1: LOOK
“First—look at the wine.
Check the color and clarity.
Lighter usually means fresher and brighter, darker often means richer.”
STEP 2: SWIRL
“Give it a swirl.
This helps release the aromas—and yes, it’s okay if you spill a little.”
STEP 3: SMELL
“Now smell.
Take a few short sniffs.
Think fruits, flowers, spices—not ‘good’ or ‘bad.’ There are no wrong answers.”
STEP 4: TASTE
“Take a sip and let it coat your mouth.
Notice three things:
Sweetness, acidity, and texture.”
STEP 5: FINISH
“Swallow and see what lingers.
Does the flavor disappear quickly or hang around?”
“That’s it!”