Do (Wine) Supertasters Exist?

Some people seem to possess extraordinary abilities in smelling and tasting the multitude of aromas and flavors in wine; they are often referred to as “expert tasters” or “supertasters” because they are ostensibly endowed with an extremely discerning nose and palate. But are they born supertasters or do they acquire these special skills in their development years? Here we look to science to help us sniff out the facts on wine tasting skills.