Tasting Technique

Question 1

Shiraz, Barossa valley 2021 Alkina 13.8% ABV

Answer 1

Appearance: Deep Purple
Nose: Medium + Intensity
Dry
Acid Medium +
Tannins High (powdery)
Alcohol High
Body Full
Intensity Pronounced
Finish Medium +
Palate: prunes, blackberry jam, violet, blueberry, menthol, black cherry, chocolate, tobacco, cedar, cloves, smoke
B ✅
L 1/2
I ✅
C✅ Very Good

Question 2

Riesling, Eden Valley 2022 Tomfoolery

Answer 2

Appearance: Pale lemon
Nose: Medium Intensity
Dry
High Acid
Low alcohol
Med body
Intensity Medium
Finish Medium +
Palate: lemon, lime, grapefruit, peach, green apple, hay, toast, honey, cut grass, banana, celery, white pepper
B✅
L 1/2
I 1/2
C✅ Good