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What does it mean when a tasting note refers to the “midpalate”? How do you experience it?

What does it mean when a tasting note refers to the “midpalate”? How do you experience it?

Nov 23, 2020

What do you call white wines that have a citrusy, fizzy sensation?

What do you call white wines that have a citrusy, fizzy sensation?

Nov 13, 2020

Is it possible to visualize wine in terms of shapes, rather than words?

Is it possible to visualize wine in terms of shapes, rather than words?

Nov 2, 2020

Does the shape of a wineglass actually matter?

Does the shape of a wineglass actually matter?

Aug 31, 2020

What does “buttery” mean when talking about Chardonnay?

What does “buttery” mean when talking about Chardonnay?

Jun 29, 2020

What's the proper way to hold a wineglass?

What's the proper way to hold a wineglass?

Jun 3, 2020

I have a hard time describing the type of wines I enjoy. Any suggestions?

I have a hard time describing the type of wines I enjoy. Any suggestions?

Oct 2, 2019

Is an $18, 90-point wine a better value than a $30, 90-point wine?

Is an $18, 90-point wine a better value than a $30, 90-point wine?

Sep 27, 2019

How should I organize a white Burgundy vs. California Chardonnay tasting?

How should I organize a white Burgundy vs. California Chardonnay tasting?

Aug 23, 2019

What does it mean if a wine has a

What does it mean if a wine has a "bolt of iron"?

Apr 19, 2019