Making blind tastings creative
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A blind tasting of wine can be made enjoyable by appointing a non-participant to do the preparatory work of masking or decanting the bottles. Tasters can use a 10-point scoring system and scores can be tallied before revealing the wine's label. Collectors who conduct such tastings discuss their experiences.
Publication Name: The Wine Spectator
Subject: Food and beverage industries
ISSN: 0193-497X
Year: 1992
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The curse of haywire humidity
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Dry air will cause wine corks to crumble and will ultimately ruin the wines. Humidity control is required in air-conditioned wine cellars. Various experts suggest a relative humidity setting of between 55% and 75%. All agree that it must not exceed 80%
Publication Name: The Wine Spectator
Subject: Food and beverage industries
ISSN: 0193-497X
Year: 1992
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Nobody does it better
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Several vintners known for combining good food, wine and entertainment offer tips on creating atmosphere, serving food, selecting wines for outdoor drinking and more.
Publication Name: The Wine Spectator
Subject: Food and beverage industries
ISSN: 0193-497X
Year: 1992
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