Glossary

Black Fruit

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Aromas and flavors of dark-colored fruits.

Full Definition

Black fruit refers to aromas and flavors of dark-colored fruits: blackberry, black cherry, black currant (cassis), blackcurrant, and plum. Common in full-bodied red wines, particularly Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Malbec. Contrasts with red fruit (strawberry, cherry, raspberry) typically found in lighter wines.

Related Terms

red fruit cassis berry

See Also

cabernet sauvignon syrah

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