Nose

Question 1

Condition

Answer 1

CLEAN: No off or undesirable smells, indicating the wine is fault-free.

UNCLEAN / FAULTY: Presence of off-aromas, potentially indicating a fault.

Question 2

Intensity - Nose

Answer 2

LIGHT: Aromas are faint, requiring significant sniffing to detect.

MEDIUM(-): Aromas are present but not fully expressive.

MEDIUM: Clear and detectable aromas without being overwhelming.

MEDIUM(+): Stronger aromas that are very expressive but not overpowering.

PRONOUNCED: Bold, strong aromas that are easily detectable even at a distance.

Question 3

Aroma characteristics

Answer 3

PRIMARY: Aromas from the grape or fermentation, such as fruit, floral, or herbaceous notes.

SECONDARY: Aromas from post-fermentation processes, like oak or malolactic fermentation.

TERTIARY: Aromas from aging, such as dried fruit, earth, or spice.

Question 4

Aroma Development ratings

Answer 4

YOUTHFUL: Fresh, vibrant aromas, indicating a young wine.

DEVELOPING: Some evolution in aromas, showing the wine is maturing.

FULLY DEVELOPED: Aromas are fully matured, showing complexity and balance.

TIRED/PAST ITS BEST: Aromas are fading, often indicating the wine is over-mature.