458: Advanced Sensory Evaluation Techniques for Wine Professionals

"Advanced Sensory Evaluation Techniques for Wine Professionals" is an expert-level course designed to refine the sensory analysis skills of wine professionals. This course delves deep into the science of sensory evaluation, covering advanced tasting methodologies, the anatomy of sensory perception, and the complex interactions between aroma, flavor, and structure in wine. Students will explore how factors such as terroir, winemaking techniques, and aging impact wine sensory profiles, while developing a sophisticated vocabulary and objective tasting techniques. The course emphasizes the importance of blind tasting, enhancing sensory precision, and understanding how to evaluate different wine styles with expert-level discernment. By the end, students will possess the advanced tools needed for nuanced and accurate wine evaluation, empowering them to make expert-level assessments in professional settings.