The Bottle That Outsmarted a Master Sommelier

APR 29, 20266 MIN
Got Somme : Master Sommelier's Wine Podcast

The Bottle That Outsmarted a Master Sommelier

APR 29, 20266 MIN

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<p>In this episode of Got Somme, the boys put wine knowledge to the ultimate test with another instalment of the Blind Wine Tasting Series.</p><p><br /></p><p>Carlos goes in blind with only the glass in front of him, breaking down colour, aroma, structure, tannin, alcohol and region clues in real time. </p><p><br /></p><p>What follows is a fascinating look inside the mind of a Master Sommelier as he narrows down possibilities across Italy, Spain, Portugal, Greece and France before making his final call.</p><p><br /></p><p>From volatile acidity and jammy red fruit notes to debates around Grenache, Xinomavro and Mediterranean climates, this episode is equal parts education, entertainment and pressure.<strong></strong></p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Then comes the reveal.</strong></p><p><strong>Did Carlos nail it, or did the wine win?</strong></p><p><br /></p><p>If you love blind tasting, wine education, sommelier reactions or simply watching experts under pressure, this one is for you.</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>In This Episode:</strong>- How sommeliers analyse wine blind</p><p>- Why alcohol, acidity and tannin matter</p><p>- Carlos rules out Italy, Spain and Portugal</p><p>- The Greek wine curveball- Why Grenache can be deceptive in blind tastings</p><p>- The final reveal and reaction</p><p><br /></p><p>Glassware used: RIEDEL </p><p>Use code: GOTSOMME at check out for 25% off!</p><p>https://www.riedel.com/en-au/</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Blind wine tasting, Master Sommelier challenge, Grenache blends, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Xinomavro, Mediterranean wines, tasting notes, wine education, sommelier skills, how to taste wine.</p>