The Grid Flashcards
1
Q
Run through the grid for sight in 20 seconds
A
Clarity Color Rim Gas/Sediment/Staining Concentration Brightness Viscosity
2
Q
Run through the nose section of the grid in 20 seconds
A
Obvious Flaws
Maturity
Condition of the fruit
Intensity of Aromas
Fruit
Non Fruit/Secondary
Earth
Wood
3
Q
Run through the palate section of the grid in 30 seconds
A
Dryness Condition of Fruit Confirm: -Fruit -Nonfruit -Earth -Wood
Acid
Body
Alc
Tannins
Complexity
Balance
Finish
4
Q
Initial Conclusion
A
World Climate Possible grape Possible countries Age range
5
Q
Final Conclusion
A
Country Region Area Variety Vintage Quality
6
Q
Break down the Fruit section on the nose… what are the categories?
A
Citrus
Orchard
Stone
Tropical
7
Q
Breakdown categories in secondary aromas
A
Floral
Spice
Herbs/Vegetal
Other
8
Q
Earth subcategories
A
Rocks
Oil
Animal
Dirt
