Wine Terms
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What Does 'Garrigue' Mean in Wine? The word 'garrigue' is often used to describe aromas found in red wines, especially those from the South of France, but what does this term even mean? -
What Are ‘Lees’ in Wine? Much like how 'drunk uncle at a family gathering' can add life to the party or overstay their welcome, lees can make or break a wine. -
What Does 'Crunchy' Mean in Wine? A popular wine tasting term, crunchy can mean different things to people. Learn how wine professionals like Rajat Parr define it. -
The Ecosystems Behind Three Common Wine Descriptors These common wine descriptors earned a big reputation for their effect on wines. But here's the look at the environments behind these terms. -
What Does 'Extraction' Mean in Wine? The word 'extraction' is used a lot. But what does this oft-confusing term even mean? We turned to experts for an explanation. -
The Differences Between Horizontal and Vertical Tastings Both horizontal and vertical tastings can tell you a lot about wine, region and beyond. But what do these terms actually mean?