"Yes, you're right. Such conversations are better had over drinks." So, maybe they can save that for when the wine gets broken into.

He doesn't particularly need to do this to catch the sweet and tangy scent of the yeast, but he tips his face closer just to show he's doing as she suggests. It reminds him most of how fresh sourdough smells. Perhaps that's what they are making?

"I've heard it said that yeast can fail to proof. How do you know if it's gone wrong?"