WSET + Systematic Approach to Tasting

I have earned the WSET* Diploma and my tasting note posts are
Printwritten using the SAT or ‘Systematic Approach to Tasting‘ method.

This consists of a note about the look, smell and taste of the wine/spirit plus a comment about the conclusion.

The ratings include –

Outstanding – rare
Very Good – many fall here
Good – most fall here
Acceptable – it’s ‘doing its job’
Faulty – do not drink, run

I usually try to include something about the wine, the terroir, the viticultural or vinicultural practices that have been used to produce it, or something about the winemaker(s) in the note.

*Wine and Spirits Education Trust

5 Responses to WSET + Systematic Approach to Tasting

  1. outwines says:
    May 26, 2018 at 5:22 pm

    Excited to have found your blog! 🙂 I just started studying for the Diploma (Unit 2 exam is 6/30!) and I’m looking forward to reading your tasting notes so the SAT keeps getting drilled into my brain. 😉

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  2. Monique Turgeon says:
    May 14, 2020 at 5:42 am

    You are such a fantastic writer! I’ve tried several of the wines you’ve recommended and although my palette is no where near as refined as yours, I’ve thoroughly enjoyed everyone. Thank you Winellama!!!

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