This supports caution about inferring process from descriptors. It does not identify a chemical mechanism, demonstrate the same development in bottled whiskey, or establish that every toasted note has the same cause.
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Burton describes Hunter Semillon developing toasted aromas during bottle ageing despite a traditionally unoaked production route. He contrasts this with differently produced Australian Semillons and oak-influenced Chardonnays.
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A toasted aroma does not identify oak treatment by itself
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Burton describes Hunter Semillon developing toasted aromas during bottle ageing despite a traditionally unoaked production route. He contrasts this with differently produced Australian Semillons and oak-influenced Chardonnays.
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This supports caution about inferring process from descriptors. It does not identify a chemical mechanism, demonstrate the same development in bottled whiskey, or establish that every toasted note has the same cause.
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