Winemakers and investors have begun flocking to historic vineyards across California in search of premium vineyards to craft premium wines. Winemaking at such venues requires intimate knowledge of its vines, soil, climate and heritage – factors which California offers plenty of.
Vineyards often sit on land of historical or family significance and serve as living testaments of our nation’s unique and varied past. These ancient vines represent living memories from generations gone by that tell their own unique tales of our rich and varied history.
Wine testing is an intricate scientific endeavor that examines the aromas and flavors of wines to ascertain their quality and suitability for different purposes. A team of specialists typically composed of a PhD sensory scientist, flavor chemist and trained panel members is assembled for this endeavor.
First, assess the color. This will give an indication of how the grapes were grown and aged. Second, swirl your glass using small wrist rotations – this aerates and activates its aromas.
Sniff the wine. This final step of wine tasting is an essential one; by sniffing, you will be able to identify specific aromas and flavors such as roses, tar or tobacco in its bouquet.