Conclusions- Assessment of Quality

Question 1

Assessment of Quality-
Quality Level

Answer 1

FAULTY
The wine has noticeable faults.

POOR
The wine is drinkable, but has obvious deficiencies.

ACCEPTABLE
The wine shows some positive characteristics, but lacks complexity or balance.

GOOD
A well-made wine with a good balance of characteristics.

VERY GOOD
The wine has a high level of complexity, balance, and length.

OUTSTANDING
An exceptional wine with great balance, complexity, and a long finish.

Question 2

Level of Readiness for Drinking / Potential for Aging

Answer 2

TOO YOUNG
The wine is not yet ready for drinking and needs more time to develop.

CAN DRINK NOW, BUT HAS POTENTIAL FOR AGING
The wine is enjoyable now, but could improve with aging.

DRINK NOW, NOT SUITABLE FOR AGING
The wine is at its best and will not benefit from further aging.

TOO OLD OR UNSUITABLE FOR FURTHER AGING
The wine is past its peak and will not improve with more age.