Arvioitaviin

Arvioitaviin is a Finnish term used in wine sensory evaluation to refer to wines that are to be evaluated. In practice, arvioitaviin denotes wines selected for a tasting, scoring, or judging process, rather than wines that have already been rated or placed on the market. The form is a compound of arvioida "to evaluate" and viini, and is used in contexts such as professional tastings, wine competitions, and educational tastings to indicate the subject of assessment.

During a session, arvioitaviin wines may be presented blind or with identifying information depending on the protocol. Judges apply standardized criteria to ensure consistency: appearance (color and clarity), aroma (intensity, complexity), palate (body, flavor, acidity, tannin), finish, balance, typicity, and absence of faults. Scores and notes are recorded to support ranking and feedback.

The term functions as a procedural label rather than a formal wine category; it primarily signals that the wine is under evaluation and not yet released as a product. Its use aligns with general quality-control and critical tasting practices found in wine science and criticism.

See also: wine evaluation, blind tasting, wine competition. References: not provided.