Part 1 of this guide introduced the science behind white wine florals and the first three flowers — rose, jasmine, and elderflower. From here, the journey continues with four more florals that are genuinely worth knowing, along with practical tips for getting the most out of every floral white wine you open. Floral Aromas in... Continue Reading →
6 Floral Aromas in Red Wine, Part 2: How to Find Them & 4 Flowers
In Part 1 of this guide, violet and rose opened the conversation — two florals that show up differently depending on the wine and the time it has had. The remaining four take it further. The four florals that follow speak of something more specific: the freshness of youth, the memory of a particular landscape,... Continue Reading →
6 Floral Aromas in Red Wine, Part 1: Why They Hide & 2 Flowers
When we think of floral aromas in wine, white wines get all the credit. Their florals are bright and immediate, easy to catch right from the first pour. Red wine is different. The floral aromas in red wine sit layered beneath dark fruit, spice, and earth—subtle, yet entirely worth seeking out. Having spent years working... Continue Reading →
7 Floral Aromas in White Wine, Part 1: How to Smell Wine & Three Flowers
Fresh and lovely rose. Sweet and creamy jasmine. Cool and green elderflower. You might guess a garden in full bloom, but it's actually the wine glass in front of you. As a florist, these scents are a familiar pleasure. And yet, finding them in a glass of wine brings a completely different kind of joy.... Continue Reading →