by ChateaudArsac | Jul 21, 2025 | Tasting Techniques, Tasting & Oenology
Some wines barely touch us… others linger, leaving a trace, a memory, an aromatic melody that persists long after the sip. This phenomenon is called caudalie, and it transforms tasting into a prolonged experience. In the language of wine, we don’t just talk...
by ChateaudArsac | Jul 21, 2025 | Tasting & Oenology, Tasting Techniques
Tasting is experiencing a sensory symbiosis between sight, smell, taste, and even touch. The famous 4S scheme: See Swirl Sniff Sip … reveals the essence of a wine, its complexity, its balance, its finish and mouthfeel. Through this exploration, you activate...
by ChateaudArsac | Jul 7, 2025 | Tasting & Oenology, Tasting Techniques
Imagine being able to identify an orange zest, a hint of truffle, or the leathery undertone in a glass of wine. Developing your palate is a fascinating journey into the world of sensations, a gradual but exciting training process. Through simple exercises, the use of...
by ChateaudArsac | Jul 4, 2025 | Tasting & Oenology, Tasting Techniques
Knowing how to appreciate wine isn’t just about drinking it: it’s about taking the time to observe it, smell it, and savor it. Tasting is an art accessible to everyone, which can be discovered step by step, even without technical training. This guide...
by ChateaudArsac | Jul 4, 2025 | Choosing Your Wine, Grape Variety Profiles, Practical Tips & Tourism, Tasting & Oenology
Behind every wine lies a grape variety, this vine variety that largely determines a wine’s aromas, structure, and personality. In France, a country with an exceptional wine heritage, grape varieties are numerous, but some stand out due to their renown,...
