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Describing white wine effectively is the key to making informed recommendations to your guests. But how can you understand a wine with just a glance? The answer lies in the wine label, of course!
In this online lesson about white wine flavor, Carlos Simoes Santos will guide you through how to describe the structure and flavor elements of white wines, such as their aroma, body, acidity, and sweetness. You'll also explore the differences between Old World and New World wine labels, gaining insights into how these labels convey information about grape varietals, wine regions, and production methods.
What you'll learn in this lesson, The flavor and structure of white wine
- How to recognize the structural elements of white wine flavor, including:
- Appearance
- Aroma
- Sweetness
- Acidity
- Body
- Alcohol
- Finish
- How to understand Old World and New World wine labels
Who the Introduction to white wine varietals course is for
The Introduction to white wine varietals online course is aimed at F&B staff looking to improve their white wine knowledge.
Instructor
Carlos Simoes Santos MS
Carlos Simoes Santos holds the prestigious title of Master Sommelier, a title shared by fewer than 300 individuals as of 2023. He is also the founder of My Sommeliers Wine Club, an online wine subscription service providing Australians with great wines and easily accessible wine education.
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