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.
Late-harvest wines have intense flavor profiles and a sweet taste. Letting the grapes dry on or off the vines deliver different tasting ...
The alcohol content in wine is an essential component of your enjoyment, not just for the buzz. Reduced alcohol wines often lack flavor and ...
Complex aromas make a Pinot Noir wine unique. Scientists have identified hundreds of aroma compounds, but not all have an impact. Let's ...
Do eucalyptus trees planted near vineyards transmit the eucalyptus flavor found in many Australian red wines? Find out the answer in this ...
Critics have argued that organic wines have more flaws than conventional wines. Are flaws more acceptable when an organic stamp is on a ...
A wine as complex means different things to different people. Let’s clarify using recent scientific data. This is the first article of a s ...
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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.