The flat-spot phenomenon
Article Abstract:
Wine goes through a phase during its aging period when it is no longer young but not yet mature. The wine does not taste its best during this period, which is sometimes called the flat spot, the dumb phase and other terms. Several vintners discuss this phase.
Publication Name: The Wine Spectator
Subject: Food and beverage industries
ISSN: 0193-497X
Year: 1992
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The benefits of blind tasting
Article Abstract:
A wine-taster's judgment can be strongly affected by preconceived notions about the label. Therefore, blind tasting is an excellent exercise in palate-sharpening. Several wine collectors are interviewed about their opinions about blind tasting.
Publication Name: The Wine Spectator
Subject: Food and beverage industries
ISSN: 0193-497X
Year: 1992
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An overnight success story
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Weiser's passion for wine developed over the years and he now has more than 3,000 bottles of excellent wine. Much of it is Bordeaux, and he also collects Mouton-Rothschild art labels.
Publication Name: The Wine Spectator
Subject: Food and beverage industries
ISSN: 0193-497X
Year: 1992
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