This article by Deborah Parker Wong on research into the genetic basis of olfactory sensation is interesting in its own right but especially important for
Category: Wine Culture
Wine Critics, Norms, and Tasting the New
Wine critics at major wine publications have vast experience tasting wines and many have a deep knowledge of the regions they write about. Thus, their
How Wine Changes Us
Wine is about transformation–the grapes in the vineyard, the wine in the barrel and bottle, the drink in the glass as its volatile chemicals release
Can Bordeaux and Burgundy Remain Benchmarks?
In the wine world today, despite the emergence of quality wine across the globe, Bordeaux and Burgundy remain benchmarks of quality. The finely honed matches
Life Is Not Fair!
So I’m taking a Zoom-enabled advanced, blind tasting class from a Master of Wine (from whom I’ve taken many classes). The topic tonight was distinguishing
Are Wine Brands Aesthetic Objects?
It is obvious from research done on consumer preferences that many consumers are attracted to the design features of the objects they buy independently of
Exploring the Philosophy of Food and Wine 