Every sommelier should have an intimate knowledge of tannins in wine and other drinks like tea and coffee. This will help you recommend the perfect wine for particular guests, & speaking about taste in coffee may help you upsell.
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The main difference between red and white winemaking is the maceration phase during which the polyphenols located in the grape skins (color and tannins) are extracted.