Glossary
Finish
/FIN-ish/
The taste and sensations that linger after swallowing.
Full Definition
The finish (or aftertaste) is what remains on the palate after swallowing or spitting wine. A long finish - flavors persisting for 30+ seconds - generally indicates quality. The finish may echo the primary flavors or introduce new elements. Short, bitter, or hot finishes are considered faults.
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Fermentation
The conversion of sugar to alcohol by yeast.
Field Blend
Multiple grape varieties planted and harvested together.
Filtration
Removing particles from wine by passing through a filter.
Fining
Clarifying wine by adding substances that bind with particles.
First Growth
The top-ranked estates in Bordeaux's 1855 Classification.
Flabby
Wine lacking sufficient acidity, tasting soft and dull.