In this insightful episode of the Looking Into Wine Podcast, we are joined by Gus Zhu, Master of Wine, as we dive deep into the science and myths of wine tasting. Gus shares his expertise to explore what we know-and don’t know-about the complexities of wine tasting. From debunking common misconceptions to uncovering surprising truths, this conversation will challenge your perceptions of wine and enhance your appreciation for the art and science behind it.
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00:00 Podcast Intro
01:00 Mattia Scarpazza introduces Gus Zhu
02:18 What led you to learn about sensory science?
04:15 How did you get started to write your book?
08:00 First point - what is sensory Terroir?
09:55 What white wine is not white
12:37 What is wine reduction?
16:05 Evolution of wine style - oxidation to reductive
18:25 Myth of tongue mapping
22:37 Is alcohol bad for us?
24:03 PH and acidity perception
27:05 The biggest discovery while preparing the book
29:44 Finishing thoughts
32:44 Podcast Outro