Understanding Wine Aromas: The Science Behind Your Favourite Flavours 🍷🔬

Hello everyone! Welcome to my deep dive into the fascinating world of wine aromas. In this video, I explore the scientific compounds that give wine its unique aromas. We'll break down complex terms, and I’ll share how these aromas impact your wine experience. Whether you’re a wine enthusiast or just curious, this video will enhance your appreciation and understanding of wine. 🍇✨

🔍 What You’ll Learn:

Key wine aroma compounds and their origins.
How grape varieties like Sauvignon Blanc and Syrah develop their unique scents.
The science behind aroma precursors and fermentation.
The role of esters, diacetyl, and volatile sulfur compounds.
Common wine aromas and their sources.


📊 Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:36 Key Wine Aroma Compounds
01:36 Vincent Ferrara’s Wine Aroma Model
03:36 Aromas from Grapes
04:40 Methoxypyrazines Explained
06:40 Rotundone in Wine
08:24 Fermentation Aromas
08:59 Aroma Precursors
10:23 Thiols in Wine
11:43 Terpenes and Their Impact
14:04 Esters and Fresh Fruit Aromas
16:23 Acetaldehyde and Wine Faults
17:24 Diacetyl and Buttery Wines
19:14 Volatile Sulfur Compounds
20:52 Understanding Minerality
23:14 Other Aroma Compounds

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