When tasting wine, the tongue ironically tells us a small amount about the pour in our glass. The aromas offered up in each sip unearth a world of sensations while our taste buds only differentiate between salty, sweet, umami, bitter and sour. There are countless aromas that may breathe from your glass, but here’s a start to help you evaluate your favorite Missouri wines.

Learn about the helpful steps in thoroughly tasting wine with the 5 S’s.