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What new insights were developed in the second edition of 'Beyond Flavour'?
What new insights were developed in the second edition of 'Beyond Flavour'?
The centralization of shape of acid structure in white wines and location of tannins in red wines as the most valuable aspects.
The first edition of 'Beyond Flavour' did not anticipate a large readership.
The first edition of 'Beyond Flavour' did not anticipate a large readership.
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What is one of the main purposes of the second edition of 'Beyond Flavour'?
What is one of the main purposes of the second edition of 'Beyond Flavour'?
What type of elements are mentioned to work together in wines to give a distinctive taste impression?
What type of elements are mentioned to work together in wines to give a distinctive taste impression?
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The author suggests that the structure of a wine is like a __________ of different elements.
The author suggests that the structure of a wine is like a __________ of different elements.
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Study Notes
Foreword to the Second Edition
- The author notes the success of the first edition of the book, which was released at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020.
- He attributes the success to the fact that people had more time to read and study during lockdowns.
- The author states that this new edition is more user-friendly with improved organization, indexing, and a more helpful structure table.
- Key changes in this edition include a 'confusions' section, producer recommendations, and new content based on the author's experiences teaching the subjects in the book.
- The author emphasizes the importance of acid and tannin structure in shaping a wine's taste.
- The author highlights the variability of acid and tannin levels and types based on factors like climate.
- The author emphasizes the importance of considering how different elements of a wine, such as aromas, fruit profile, and phenolic content, work together to shape the overall taste experience.
- He uses the analogy of a seesaw to illustrate how these elements need to be balanced against each other to achieve harmony.
- The author aims to move beyond simply identifying structural elements in blind tasting situations and instead emphasizes understanding how structure contributes to the overall "construction" of a wine.
- This new edition further explores how different elements of a wine interact to form the overall taste experience.
- He emphasizes that while structure is important, it’s only one part of the complex equation that determines the overall taste of wine.
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Explore the insights from the foreword of the second edition that reflects on the book's success during the pandemic. Discover the enhancements made for easier navigation and teaching, and the author’s thoughts on the impact of acid and tannin structure on wine taste. This quiz will help deepen your understanding of essential wine tasting elements and how they contribute to the overall experience.
