Sensory analysis forms the foundation of wine appreciation, engaging the visual, aromatic, tactile, and taste dimensions that collectively reveal a wine's character and identity. This in-depth class teaches you the essential methodology and techniques for professional wine tasting.
The practice of wine tasting requires mastery of a formalized approach that includes recognizing and articulating wine flavors, understanding aromatic characteristics, and identifying the structural qualities of different wines. Professional sommeliers develop the ability to evaluate and explain wine structure, style, balance, and overall quality while also identifying potential winemaking flaws. This knowledge transforms casual tasting into a disciplined skill that enhances appreciation for wine and helps you make informed purchasing decisions.
This course is essential for anyone seeking to improve their wine tasting abilities and deepen their wine knowledge. You will participate in guided blind tastings of six different wines, applying the techniques learned throughout the class to develop your palate and expand your understanding of wine's complexity and diversity.
Online Participation Information
- Participants will receive the Zoom link and supporting materials via email a few days before class. If you have not received these materials within one business day of your scheduled class date, please check your spam folder and contact [email protected] for assistance.
- Tasting kits may be picked up at the San Francisco Wine School or delivered across the United States, depending on your location.
- For those in areas where kit delivery is not available, wine parameter lists are provided. View pickup and delivery options here.
- Participants who prefer to attend online without participating in the wine tastings can select the "Skip the Wine" option.
- Wine lists and detailed instructions are included with your kit.
