The flavor and structure of white wine
In this online lesson led by Carlos Simoes Santos, you'll learn how to recognize the structural elements of white wine flavor.
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Lesson details
Describing white wine effectively is the key to making informed recommendations to your guests. But how can you understand a wine with just a glance? The answer lies in the wine label, of course!
In this online lesson about white wine flavor, Carlos Simoes Santos will guide you through how to describe the structure and flavor elements of white wines, such as their aroma, body, acidity, and sweetness. You'll also explore the differences between Old World and New World wine labels, gaining insights into how these labels convey information about grape varietals, wine regions, and production methods.
What you'll learn in this lesson, The flavor and structure of white wine
- How to recognize the structural elements of white wine flavor, including:
- Appearance
- Aroma
- Sweetness
- Acidity
- Body
- Alcohol
- Finish
- How to understand Old World and New World wine labels
Instructor

Carlos Simoes Santos is a Master Sommelier, 1 of 260 people to ever achieve this title so far. Carlos imparts his wine knowledge with passion and more than 23 years of industry knowledge. His fascination and influence began with his family vineyard...
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