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Glossary of Wine Terms

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LoireA river in central France as well as a wine region famous for Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, and Cabernet Franc.
LegsA term used to describe how wine sticks to the inside of a wineglass after drinking or swirling.
LeesHeavy sediment left in the barrel by fermenting wines; a combination of spent yeast cells and grape solids.
Late HarvestA term used to describe dessert wines made from grapes left on the vines for an extra long period, often until botrytis has set in.
LabruscaGrape types native to North America such as Concord and Catawba.
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