Wine tasting events can be an entertaining and astounding
experience, especially when it is your very first one. Unfortunately,
there are many people who will never take the plunge and partake in one
because they are afraid they won't know what to do, wear, or say; they
are afraid of the unknown. Wine tasting is not something to be weary of;
there are just some basic things one needs to know before showing up to
one of these events.
First, you should expect for the women to be
served before the men; this is completely normal. When handed a glass
of wine, it should always be handled by the stem of the glass so the
temperature of the wine is not affected. Often times, there will be
bottled water and different basic snacks such as crackers offered
between tastings. This is offered to normalize the flavors in the mouth,
clean it out, and prepare to fully experience the flavor of the next
wine.
The wines are always served in crystal clear glasses to
allow a complete review of the wine, including the colors. Table cloths
are a simple white to further enhance the ability to examine the colors.
The name of a wine does not always correctly describe them, so never
assume anything from their name. More advance wine tasters will
likely be seen gently swirling the wine around in their glass. Swirling
the wine is not an odd fascination, or people being weird. It is common
because doing so lets the wine release the full aroma and flavor that it
is intended to provide. Wine is carefully aged, and can be stored for
very long periods of time.
There is a sort of ritual that unfolds
during a wine tasting, and it is well proven to be effective. When
tasting at these events, the wine should gently be handled by the stem,
and be carefully observed by sight. Next, the unique aromas that abound
from the wine are thoughtfully inhaled. The aroma of wine is an integral
to the overall enjoyment, and full experience of tasting wine. Before
taking that delightful taste, it should be gently swirled around in the
glass.
Finally, the wine is ready to slip onto the taste buds.
Tasting the wine is an art in itself. It should be swished around in the
mouth for a few seconds because it needs time to effectively awaken
both the taste buds on the front of the tongue, and in the rear. After
it is swallowed, it's amazing how the true flavor is still finding the
way to all the senses.
It should be apparent, but before going to a
wine tasting, there should be as much research as possible as to the
types of wines that will likely be served. This will aid in
understanding what to look for in the wine. Fear should not prevent
anyone from attending one of these extraordinary events!
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