Wine Glossary - “an easy to use layman’s guide”
This glossary is a selection of wine related terms which are fun to know but no one should feel it a necessity to know these words in order to enjoy a nice glass of wine.
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umami: The overall experience of the wine including taste aroma etc.
veraison: When grapes are just beginning to show signs of turning color.
vintage: The year the grapes are harvested.
viticulture: The study of growing grapes.
weeping: Just before bud break, a small drop of clear liquid will form where a grape leaf is to emerge
wine enthusiast: One who enjoys wine and is eager to learn more about it.
wine snob: One who believes he or she has a perfect palate and knows “everything” about wine
yeast (commercial): Hundreds of different yeasts are available for winemakers to choose from
(natural): Yeast naturally occurs in the vineyard and some winemakers rely on naturally occurring to use in fermenting their grapes.
