Top Mistakes Holding Back Your Best Wine Tasting Skills —And How to Fix Them Fast

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Feeling left out at wine tastings because you can't detect “forest floor” or “hints of violet”? You’re not alone. Everyday Sommelier host Kristi Mayfield shares no-snobbery, fast-acting techniques to unlock your best wine tasting skills—no superhuman palate required. Ditch the intimidation and learn how everyday wine lovers can confidently identify flavors, build a solid wine vocabulary, and truly taste the difference between bottles with approachable strategies.

This episode reveals the top five ways to improve how you taste wine: from the power of side-by-side comparisons for recognizing what makes each wine unique, to engaging all your senses with the Six S’s method, building an easy-to-use flavor vocabulary, maintaining a tasting journal, and minimizing distractions (goodbye, cologne and post-brush toothpaste!). Christy’s simple, actionable steps ensure you can experience wine more fully—at tastings, at home, or anywhere you enjoy a glass.

Skip the pressure, forget about “getting it wrong,” and learn to savor every sip your way. Whether you're new to wine or looking to boost your tasting confidence, these tips will fast-track your journey to enjoying wine with knowledge, clarity, and joy.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:

• The biggest mistakes holding you back from developing wine tasting skills—and how to overcome them
• Kristi’s five fastest, approachable strategies to identify more wine flavors and aromas
• Why building a simple wine vocabulary and keeping tasting notes are game changers
• Pro-level tips to minimize distractions and maximize every wine tasting experience

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