Why Your Wine Tastes Different When The Weather Changes

Do you ever ask yourself why that crisp rosé that was so much of a summer breeze in July is cardboard-tasting in December? Or why your favorite red wine is fuller on a stormy afternoon? It's not you - weather actually makes us taste wine differently, and the explanations are pretty neat.

The Science of Sipping

Wine tasting is a refined interplay between our senses - taste, smell, and even touch (temperature and texture of the wine, that is). Weather conditions affect each of these sensory experiences, often dramatically. Having knowledge of how to do it can help you choose the perfect wine for any weather condition (2).

The Pressure's On