I scout the latest advances in wine science, dissect them, and translate them into meaningful and applicable tips to boost your wine tasting skills and overall wine experience.
80% of what we taste, we smell; however, retronasal olfaction is still a mystery to many wine lovers. Let’s demystify it.
Late-harvest wines have intense flavor profiles and a sweet taste. Letting the grapes dry on or off the vines deliver different tasting ...
Wine aroma kits can be purchased or made at home. Learn the pros and cons of each and choose the best way to practice wine aroma ...
Complex aromas make a Pinot Noir wine unique. Scientists have identified hundreds of aroma compounds, but not all have an impact. Let's ...
Color, flavor, and mouthfeel components change in aging wine. Some transformations are beneficial; others are non-desirable. Discover which ...
Do eucalyptus trees planted near vineyards transmit the eucalyptus flavor found in many Australian red wines? Find out the answer in this ...
Principal, Blog author, and Wine Tasting Coach
Internationally renowned wine sensory scientist, Isabelle demystifies wine tasting and helps serious wine lovers sharpen their tasting skills and tasting notes in a supportive community.