There are quite a few terms used in the wine world. Here are a few of the more popular ones:
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Balance - used to describe the stability between
the tannins, acid and alcohol
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Body - a way to describe the way a wine feels
inside the tasters mouth
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Legs - droplets that are formed and drape the
sides of a wine glass after swirling; this can help indicate the amount of alcohol
in the wine - a slower drip means more alcohol
ā¢ Old World - this refers to certain wine regions in Europe; more specifically, France, Italy, Spain and Germany
Generally, not all wines improve over time. Red wines can be
age for 2-10 years depends on the type of red wine and the balance of its sugar
and tannins. White wines can be store for 2-3 years. Chardonnays can be aged
over 20 years.
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