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How to write wine tasting notes you can use
A tasting note is a reminder for your future self. Keep the bottle details and your own observations together. A few precise words are more useful than a description that sounds impressive but means little to you.
Record the basics
Write the producer, wine name, region, grape if known, vintage and the date you opened it. Add the serving temperature or food pairing when it affected the experience.
Describe the wine
Note its appearance, a few aromas and the main features on the palate. Mention sweetness, acidity, tannin, body and finish where relevant. Choose everyday comparisons you genuinely recognise.
Include your verdict
Would you buy it again? Was it better with food? Did it improve after some time in the glass? A score can help you sort favourites, but explain the reason behind it. Save notes in a notebook or in CellarMemo so you can find them when you next buy wine.
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