Wine is one of the most popular drinks around the world. So it is only right that you learn to identify what makes a wine high-quality. There are a large array of wines out there to try that vary in their colour, smell and taste. Here are some things you should look out for when you next enjoy a glass of wine.
Things To Pay Attention To When Drinking Wine
The origin of the wine
Higher quality wines often come from winemakers who grow their own grapes and oversee the entire winemaking process. Look for labels indicating the wine was bottled at the property. Mass-produced wines, found in supermarkets, prioritise volume, sometimes sacrificing complexity and using high level of chemicals to alter the taste.
How the wine smells
Each wine is made up of various fragrances which make up its smell - it is called the nose. Pay attention to gorgeous aromas such as smoke, vanilla, flowers, fruit and spices. These usually come together to produce a lovely scent and you will be able to detect the qualities of the wine from the aroma.
If you don’t notice any aromas when drinking a certain wine, this is usually a sign that it is low quality.
The aftertaste
Finer Wines tends to have cleaner aftertaste. Depending on the raw ingredients of the wine, it is possible to have a more palatable finish. This is usually the case with sweeter alcoholic beverages that contain a high amount of sugar.
Nevertheless, finer wines allow you to taste key flavours such as fruitiness and spiciness right until the last drop. This longevity of taste speaks volumes for the wine’s virtue - it is called the length.
On the other hand, mass produced wine are made to suit a particular palette and have enhanced the aftertaste from added ingredients that are often chemical based and result in an unpleasant aftertaste.
The balance of flavours
Finer wines are defined by a range of flavours that complement each other. But it is also worth remembering that everyone has different preferences. Some people enjoy subtle flavours like mint and lime, whereas, others like more intense flavours.
Finer wines tend to achieve a balance of taste without one element of the beverage overpowering others.
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