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Getting Down to Basics with Basic Wine Terms
March 17th, 2009 | Wine Terminology
There are some basic wine terms that everyone should know before choosing wine to buy or drink. Like most industries, there are certain words which are used as a matter of standard practice. It is important to understand the terms so you know exactly what the wine description is telling your or so you can describe the wine appropriately.
Speaking the Language of Wine
Every industry has its own language. The language has developed over many years and each word has a very distinct meaning. In the world of wine, only certain words can accurately describe a wine or an impression after drinking a wine.
Acidity
Acidity refers to the acid taste the wine has which is in reference to the sharpness of the wine taste.