One thing a sommelier does is train their palate – this is their ability to distinguish and appreciate different tastes – and identify types of good wine from their taste.
The owners of all the good vineyards have kept back their vintages, intending to wait; well, I didn't hinder them. The Belgian was in despair; I saw that.
He drank the finest wines, he wore the finest clothes, he slept with the finest women, he had servants attending to his every need, and yet the prince was unhappy.
He settled back in his place on the bench among the younger squires and drank. The sweet, fruity taste of summerwine filled his mouth and brought a smile to his lips.