Wine Terms
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What Does 'Baking Spice' Mean in Wine? "Baking spice" is a vague term often used to describe wine. With so many different-tasting spices out there, what are people really saying? -
What Do 'Legs' Mean in Wine? If you swirl wine in a glass, you might see wine legs form. Learn what they mean, and if they're a sign of a good or bad wine. -
What Does 'Meaty' Mean in Wine? Does anyone really want to drink a glass of...meat? Wine terms can be strange. We break down what they mean for you here. Today, we look at meaty wines. -
What Does “Earthy” Mean in Wine? Wine terms can often sound vague. We're digging into common descriptions one at a time to tell you what they really mean. Today, we explore "earthy" wine. -
What Does “Texture” Mean in Wine? Rough, plush, gritty soft, silky—we know what texture means in day-to-day life, but what do these words mean when we apply them to wine? Here's your primer. -
What Does “Freshness” Mean in Wine? Wine experts often toss around terms that sound vague or undefined, and “freshness” is often among them. So what does it really mean for your wine?