"Wine is the fragrance of aging", this is a popular phrase in the Chinese liquor industry. Many people feel that the longer the liquor is stored, the more mellow the taste and the stronger the aroma. However, does baijiu really have to get more fragrant the older it gets? Today, we're going to talk about this topic.
Why is there such a saying that "wine is the fragrance of aging"?
During the storage of liquor, the alcohol molecules will gradually associate with the water molecules, making the liquor softer. At the same time, various aroma substances in liquor will also undergo complex changes, and some aroma substances will gradually increase, making the aroma of liquor more rich and complex.
However, this does not mean that baijiu can be aged indefinitely, and the older it gets, the more fragrant it becomes.
In fact, the relationship between the quality and taste of baijiu and the aging time does not increase linearly. A high-quality liquor, with the right amount of ageing, can indeed enhance its taste and quality. However, too long a storage time may also lead to a decrease in the quality of the wine, and the aroma substances will be over-volatile, making the wine bland and tasteless.
Take Moutai, for example, this famous Chinese liquor is known for its unique sauce-flavored aroma.
With the right amount of ageing, the aroma of Moutai will become more mellow and the taste will be softer. However, if stored for too long, Moutai may also lose its unique aroma and taste.
In addition to Moutai, high-quality liquors such as Wuliangye and Luzhou Laojiao also have their own aging characteristics. With the right amount of storage time, the taste and aroma of these liquors will be enhanced.
How to choose a high-quality liquor?
In addition to considering the taste and aroma, we should also pay attention to the texture, mouthfeel, and aftertaste of the liquor. A high-quality liquor should have a soft taste, a strong aroma and a long-lasting aftertaste.
We also need to pay attention to the storage conditions of the liquor.
Baijiu should be stored in a cool, dry, dark place, away from direct sunlight and high temperatures. At the same time, it is best not to directly contact the liquor bottle with direct sunlight to avoid changes in the chemicals in the liquor.
Baijiu does not become more fragrant the older it ages, but there is an optimal aging period.
When choosing a baijiu, we should consider many factors such as taste, aroma, texture and aftertaste. At the same time, it is also necessary to pay attention to the preservation conditions of liquor to ensure the stability and improvement of its quality.