Step 4: The Nose Knows (But Not Too Well)
At this point, you're probably feeling confident in your champagne-tasting abilities. You're identifying grape notes, detecting effervescence, and maybe even using the right fork. But don't get too cocky, friend. The final step is the most crucial: Step 5: The Palate Purgatory. You see, your nose might be a great starting point, but your palate is where the magic happens. Or not. Depending on how much caviar you've eaten.