Join Us & Get Wine 101 Course 75% Off

How To Taste Wine | Wine Folly

Now that you know to Look, Smell, and Taste, you’re ready to begin picking out all your favorite wine flavors and aromas. But the road to greater wine knowledge is best walked with a few trusty tools to help you recall the story of your wines.

The Wine Tasting Journal is a crucial tool for capturing all the elements of the wine you’ve tasted and your thoughts while the aroma and flavor were fresh on your palate. More than a couple of good wine bottles are out there, don’t get caught with a bottle you already know isn’t the right one for you.


Related Videos


Cover Image for Wine Folly Guide to Burgundy

Wine Folly Guide to Burgundy

Just two grapes — Chardonnay and Pinot Noir — have shaped centuries of winemaking, quality classifications, and collector’s cellars. In this video, we’ll learn why Burgundy is the most revered wine region in the world.
Cover Image for Southern Rhône's Ultimate Grape Duo

Southern Rhône's Ultimate Grape Duo

The Southern Rhône is famous for its GSM blends, but what happens when you focus on just Grenache and Syrah? Meet a wine from Ventoux that redefines Rhône reds.
Cover Image for 6 Surprising Facts About (Red) Wine

6 Surprising Facts About (Red) Wine

Turns out, there’s a lot more to red wine than you might realize. These six surprising facts will completely change the way you think about this mind-bending beverage.

Join Our Newsletter

Jumpstart your wine education and subscribe to the Wine Folly newsletter right now. Always awesome. Always free.

sign up free