Mark Lipton wrote:
> Proper technique (IMO) permits one to taste
> the wine fully even without swallowing.

and "Bill Loftin" responded...
>
>Mark, one of the aspects of tasting that we all consider is how long
> the taste is on the palate. Can you experience that without swallowing?
> That to me is on the back of the palate and only comes with swallowing.

I have a foot in both camps - sip and spit, sure, when the occasion
warrants.

But, when spitting, I try to retain a small quantity in my mouth, which I
swallow.

This way, I get to "drink" the wine, without having any effect from the
alcohol.

Yes, I know that the olfactory system is the key to evaluation, but I like
to swallow a few drops to enhance the experience.

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st.helier