These broad findings tell a lot about the wine, giving you strong clues to the grape/wine itself, ripeness/growing climate, and help you differentiate wine style.
Then there’s the AROMA itself –  What aromas are most prominent – fruit and spice? These broad findings tell a lot about the wine, giving you strong clues to the grape/wine itself, ripeness/growing climate, and help you differentiate wine style. For example, both Syrah and Zinfandel can have peppery aromas. While Zin’s are accompanied by both red and blue fruit, Syrah’s are layered over blue fruits and add earth and animal aromatics. Notice the aromas you prefer and those you don’t, to help you recognize your wine preferences. Do you like wines with spice?  Are you attracted to wines with herbaceous and green notes or shy from them? Do animal or inorganic essences add interest or detract?