It is interesting, my wifes sense of smell was incredible when she was
pregnant!

While at uni we did a lot of palate testing, and for our year the women were
all in the top for sensitivity and reproducibility.

Rob L

"Rene" > wrote in message
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> (zinman) wrote in message
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> > Here's a slant
> >
> > In France (these days) many of the wineries have women in the
> > cellars as the actual wine makers. Men are used to harvest, crush and
> > press etc. under the winemaker (women) direction. I questioned why and
> > was told trained oenolgy/viticulture women have a measurable advantage
> > in taste/smell than men..........interesting
>
>
> Yes, but also dependant on their cycle (read: moon) they can smell
> better, and even see better in the dark!!! Now, you can imagine in
> which period?
>
> Rene.