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How to Get Better at Wine Tasting: A Guide to Developing Your Palate
Wine Tasting & Palate Development Brady Peterson Wine Tasting & Palate Development Brady Peterson

How to Get Better at Wine Tasting: A Guide to Developing Your Palate

Most people think a “good palate” is something you’re born with. It’s not. Great tasters — sommeliers included — simply learn how to pay attention, taste consistently, and build a memory bank of flavors over time. The good news? Anyone can train their palate. You don’t need special senses, expensive bottles, or years of study. This guide will show you the easiest, most practical ways to get better at wine tasting, based on real sommelier training (minus the pretentious jargon). Let’s start building your palate.

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