You can really gain so much information using your sense of smell – the intensity of the aroma, the development (i.e. how the aroma changes subtly over time), and maybe even the grape varietal (yes, with a bit of practice you’ll pick up that a Cabernet Sauvignon smells quite distinct from a Pinot Noir).
You can really gain so much information using your sense of smell – the intensity of the aroma, the development (i.e. how the aroma changes subtly over time), and maybe even the grape varietal (yes, with a bit of practice you’ll pick up that a Cabernet Sauvignon smells quite distinct from a Pinot Noir).  Close your eyes. What do you smell? If you smell the wine, you’re off to a good start!