The 5 S’s of Wine Tasting: See, Swirl, Sniff, Sip, Savour

Hand tilting a glass of red wine over a white napkin to check its colour
See, Swirl, Sniff, Sip and Savour, with the physical reason behind each step, plus the two myths the ritual carries and one cheap bottle to practise on.
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Riedel Winewings Sauvignon Blanc Review: Are Riedel Glasses Worth It?

Flat-bottomed crystal wine glass with a small pour of white wine
The flat-bottomed Winewings glass genuinely makes Sauvignon Blanc smell louder. The Australian price is the problem. An honest review, tested against two ordinary glasses.
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Riedel Winewings Pinot Noir Review: A Big Glass With a Big Price

Large flat-bottomed crystal glass with a small pour of Pinot Noir
The flat-bottomed Winewings Pinot Noir glass genuinely lifts the perfume, and it covers Nebbiolo and Gamay too. The Australian price is the sticking point.
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