Blind tasting, part 2 – gathering visual clues

Welcome back to Mission Blind Tasting! Now that we’ve covered the varied approaches to blind tasting, and all the things you need for blind tasting (see essential tools), it’s time to actually start evaluating. If you’ve taken my wine suggestions from part 1, go ahead and pour your young Vinho Verde, old Sauternes, cool-climate Pinot Noir and warm-climate Cabernet Sauvignon or Shiraz into four glasses. Otherwise, grab any wine you have on hand and follow along.