THE VISUAL AND SENSORY ASPECTS OF WINE EVALUATION

The Visual and Sensory Aspects of Wine Evaluation

The Visual and Sensory Aspects of Wine Evaluation

Visual evaluation of the wine includes the evaluation of colour, clarity and wine thickness (wine tears). After noting the primary color - red, white, or rose - points to be considered are the tone, the intensity and the hues within each color category. This is done by filling up a tulip shaped tasting glass until about a third full and holding it by the stem against a white background - a tablecloth or piece of paper. The glass is then ...