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Sunday, January 18, 2026

Project: wineworld Generated at 01:00 AM 15 stories
2017 Quintarelli Rosso Ca’ del Merlo
🔴 r/wine by /u/DontLookBack_88
technical

Detailed wine tasting note with verifiable information: producer history, blend composition (percentages), aging process, ABV, and structured tasting notes (appearance, nose, palate, finish). Provides educational content about winemaking and sensory evaluation.

ID: 2026-01-18-001 Confidence: 90%
looking for first level study certified matieral
🔴 r/sommelier by /u/Ok_Somewhere2808
technical

Clear request for actionable resources (study materials, podcasts, YouTube channels) for first-level sommelier certification. This is a legitimate how-to/guidance request with specific, practical intent within the wine education domain.

ID: 2026-01-18-002 Confidence: 90%
Seeking CMS Certified Exam Advice
🔴 r/sommelier by /u/hostile_tater_tot
technical

Legitimate technical request for exam preparation guidance (CMS Certified Exam) with specific questions about study resources and community support. Actionable and on-topic for sommelier community.

ID: 2026-01-18-003 Confidence: 90%
2011 PYCM Chassagne Montrachet Les Caillerets
🔴 r/wine by /u/PianistCold6488
technical

Detailed tasting notes with progression over time, including specific aromas (white peach, floral, flint, minerality) and palate observations. Demonstrates sommelier-level expertise and provides actionable information about wine evolution.

ID: 2026-01-18-004 Confidence: 95%
Trio of Walla Walla Grenaches
🔴 r/wine by /u/MyWineAccount
technical

Expert-level comparative tasting of three Grenaches with detailed notes on production methods, aging, sourcing, terroir, and sensory profiles. Demonstrates deep sommelier knowledge with actionable insights.

ID: 2026-01-18-005 Confidence: 95%
R. López de Heredia viña tondonia 2011
🔴 r/wine by /u/liketosaysalsa
technical

Professional-level detailed tasting note with decanting information, color assessment, aroma/flavor evolution over time, tannin structure analysis, and numerical rating. Demonstrates sommelier expertise.

ID: 2026-01-18-006 Confidence: 95%
2019 Ghislain Kohut, Marsannay, Les Genellieres
🔴 r/wine by /u/starvinggigolo
technical

Expert tasting note with production details (stem inclusion, aging duration, vine age), detailed sensory progression, terroir context, regional knowledge, and pricing information. Demonstrates professional sommelier analysis.

ID: 2026-01-18-007 Confidence: 95%
Floaties
🔴 r/winemaking by /u/Bedrock7890
troubleshooting

Clear troubleshooting post asking for diagnosis of 'floaties' in finished wine bottles. Demonstrates a real problem seeking community advice.

ID: 2026-01-18-008 Confidence: 95%
Help! Newb Fail
🔴 r/winemaking by /u/Houston7449
troubleshooting

Real troubleshooting crisis: added potassium sorbate with yeast instead of after fermentation. Seeks specific advice on whether batch recovery is possible with additional yeast.

ID: 2026-01-18-009 Confidence: 95%
Talking about the wine without overloading guests or slowing service?
🔴 r/sommelier by /u/delidoll
technical

Detailed question about practical sommelier communication techniques with specific framework (Origin/Varietal, Flavor/Profile/Texture, Food Pairing). Demonstrates actionable problem-solving in fine dining service context with clear technical components.

ID: 2026-01-18-010 Confidence: 95%
Portugal
🔴 r/naturalwine by /u/Ok-Fondant5922
technical

Practical travel planning post requesting specific winery recommendations and tasting experiences in Portuguese wine regions. Provides actionable information-seeking about natural wine producers and visit logistics.

ID: 2026-01-18-012 Confidence: 92%
Favourite wines of 2025
🔴 r/naturalwine by /u/moonvibe1
technical

Detailed wine tasting notes and producer reviews with specific descriptive language (tasting profiles, vineyard information, producer context). Provides substantive sommelier expertise and recommendations.

ID: 2026-01-18-013 Confidence: 91%
Best wines of 2025
🔴 r/naturalwine by /u/Floating_joints
technical

Comprehensive year-end wine rankings with detailed tasting notes, producer information, and vineyard context. Sophisticated sommelier expertise with actionable recommendations.

ID: 2026-01-18-014 Confidence: 92%
A Jura tasting event I organized
🔴 r/naturalwine by /u/devinoupitou
technical

Detailed wine tasting event documentation with systematic comparisons across multiple Jura producers and varieties. Includes specific flavor notes, balance assessments, producer context, and recommendations.