It's a fact, we tend to drink more alcohol in the winter in order to warm up (eventually, it's greener than turning the radiators on full blast, but from a health point of view, it better to keep a light hand). One of the favored beverages in the cold season is none other than wine (red, of course!), and if you are an amateur yourself, then you necessarily belong to the 4 categories of drinkers developed by American scientists. Researchers at Michigan State University have indeed determined that there are 4 “vinotypes”, in other words categories that group together the same preferences in wine. Take the test!
They are very demanding with their wines, and in many other areas of their lives. They want a soft, light drink that is not too strong in the mouth. 70% of these drinkers are women. They usually like sodas and eat (too) salty.
They share characteristics with the sweets, but are slightly more open-minded when it comes to discovering new wines, as long as they are unfussy. The researchers suggest that these people tend to complain about the volume of the television and the ambient temperature (WTF a bit…).
They are at the heart of the wine drinking spectrum, they are flexible and adventurous in their tastings. In everyday life, these beings have a free spirit and are less rigid than those in the previously mentioned categories.
They are the most exuberant. They want intensity, strong and unusual flavors and do not understand how others can settle for “flat” wines. They tend to make decisions and are down-to-earth. Their preferences go to fragrant and complex white wines and full-bodied reds. This category loves strong cheese and coffee.
To distinguish these categories, the researchers studied the food preferences of a group of adults, who attended a reception where they had to note the snacks and wines offered for tasting. The scientists explained that they were able to determine everyone's category by simply observing their habits regarding food, drink and other areas of daily life. The former chef and author of the study Carl Borchgrevink advises listening to yourself rather than the recommendations of a sommelier:"It is the palate that prevails, not the suggestions of others on the good pairings of 'a particular wine and dish ". On the other hand, we can explain to a wine expert what we like and trust his experience to guide us towards a suitable wine. The end of the year will be more festive than ever... But in moderation, especially if we hit the road again!
