Wine Tasting Tools
![Table Wine Serving Temperature](https://bottlecru.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/table_wine_serving_temperature.png)
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![Satifaction Pyramid](https://bottlecru.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Satifaction-Pyramid.jpg)
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Quality Wine Characteristics
Characteristic | Explanation |
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Varietal Typicity | True to its varietal characteristics; Visual, Aroma, Flavors, etc. |
Integration (Balance) | Appropriate balance of key characteristics: acid, alcohol, tannin, etc. |
Expressiveness | Clear expression of aromas and Flavors |
Complexity | Richness and variability of nose and taste and finish |
Connectedness | Faithful refection of its terroir or place of origin |
Food Compatibility | Potential to enhance meals |
Wine Balance
Element | Effect |
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Sugar | Sweetness & Body |
Acid | Tartness & Freshness |
Alcohol | Body & Heat & Sweetness |
Tannin | Structure & Astringency & Mouth Feel |
Oak | Vanillin & Tannin |
Age | Secondary Aromas & Softens Tannins |
Temperature Effects On Wine
![Temperature Effects On Wine](https://bottlecru.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/temperature_effects_on_wine-1024x215.png)
+ Means increases
– Means decreases
Wine Flaws
![Wine Flaws Chart](https://bottlecru.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/wine_flaws_chart-1024x370.png)