Crisp

/KRISP/

Refreshing acidity in wine.

Full Definition

Crisp describes wines with bright, refreshing acidity that creates a clean, fresh sensation. It's typically applied to white wines and suggests firm acidity without being sour or sharp. Crisp wines are food-friendly and palate-cleansing. The opposite of soft, flabby, or flat.

Related Terms

acidity bright fresh

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