Extract

/EKS-trakt/

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The non-volatile soluble solids in wine.

Full Definition

Extract refers to everything in wine except water, alcohol, and acids - sugars, phenolics, glycerol, minerals, and other compounds that contribute to body, texture, and flavor intensity. High extract wines feel dense and substantial. Extract is influenced by yield, ripeness, and winemaking technique.

Related Terms

body concentration density

See Also

phenolics glycerol

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