What is BS 5586-1-Specification for wine-tasting glass for sensory analysis of wines about?
BS 5586 is a British standard on sensory analysis apparatus that discusses the specification for wine-tasting glass for sensory analysis of wines to provide a detailed understanding of the apparatus’s capabilities.
BS 5586-1 is the first part of the BS 5586 series that specifies the characteristics of a wine-tasting glass to be used for the sensory analysis of wines. This glass may be used for the examination, by all types of tests (simple tasting, profile analysis, etc.), of all organoleptic characteristics of wine samples (colour, clarity, bouquet, flavour).
Who is BS 5586-1-Specification for wine-tasting glass for sensory analysis of wine for?
BS 5586-1 on the specification for wine-tasting glass for sensory analysis of wine is useful for:
- Wine-tasting glass manufacturers
- Wine-tasting glass designers
- Wine-tasting glass test personnel
- Wine testing laboratories
Why should you use BS 5586-1-Specification for wine-tasting glass for sensory analysis of wine?
Apparatus specifications provide a detailed overview of the service conditions and processes to be followed for apparatus maintenance.
The tasting glass consists of a cup (an “elongated egg”) supported by a stem resting on a base. The opening of the cup is narrower than the convex part to concentrate the bouquet.
BS 5586-1 provides you with guidance on physical characteristics, dimensional characteristics, special characteristics, marking, guidance for use, etc.
The specification provided by BS 5586-1 assist you to improve the strength and stability of the wine-tasting glass, improving the quality of the wine-tasting glass and ensuring that the apparatus will meet the needs of the users as well as requirements.
With obedience and compliance to BS 5586-1, you can enhance wine-tasting glass’ effectiveness and efficacy and manufacture a standardized high-quality product.
