Cabernet Sauvignon styles
A deep dive into the sensory qualities of Cabernet Sauvignon
Class Summary
In this class, Isabelle Lesschaeve, wine sensory scientist and tasting coach, breaks down the science behind Cabernet Sauvignon sensory qualities:
- where its aromas come from (black fruit, green bell pepper, vanilla, cassis),
- how tannins create different mouthfeel sensations, and
- how climate and winemaking shape the wine in your glass. What factors influences them, and
You'll also get a practical, step-by-step sensory training framework you can do at home — with product references, a daily practice plan, and a downloadable planner.
No sommelier certification needed. No expensive bottles required. Just consistent, structured practice that actually works.
The result? You'll taste with confidence, describe what you genuinely sense, shop smarter, and enjoy wine on your own terms.
What's included
The class recording (1:00:38)
A copy of the slides and an in-depth report on Cabernet Sauvignon Sensory Architecture
Isabelle Lesschaeve, PhD
Principal, InnoVinum Academy and Lead instructor
Meet your Instructor
I'm Isabelle, the Founder and Principal of InnoVinum Academy, an online education platform created to demystify wine-tasting rituals.
I help wine lovers and professionals develop a discerning palates through sensory tasting.
While being born and raised in a French culture gave me multiple opportunities to learn about wine, it doesn’t give me the required credentials to be your instructor.
So here’s more.
- I earned my Ph.D. in Sensory Science from the University of Burgundy, France.
- I have worked in the wine industry for over 20 years and taught wine sensory evaluation to graduate students at Brock University and other colleges.
- My research work appeared in more than 50 peer-reviewed academic publications and several book chapters.
- I had the privilege to be a keynote speaker at several conferences over my career the International Cool Climate Wine Symposium, the Australian Wine Technical Conference, The Pangborn Sensory Symposium, and the Sense Asia Conference to name a few.
Course Pricing
Recording + Handout + Sensory Architecture Report
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Access class materials plus an in-depth report
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- Access to the live class recording for 12 months
- A downloadable copy of the slides presented during the class
- A downloadable copy of Cabernet Sauvignon Sensory Architecture Report
- Digital sensory practice planner
- Printable sensory practice planner
