Food Wine

/FOOD wine/

Wine that excels with food rather than on its own.

Full Definition

Food wine describes wines that shine at the table rather than as standalone sippers. They typically have higher acidity, moderate alcohol, and restrained fruit, providing refreshment and complement to cuisine rather than demanding attention. Many Italian, French, and Old World wines are classic food wines.

Related Terms

gastronomic pairing table wine

See Also

balance acidity

Flowery Back to Glossary Fortification

More terms starting with F

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.

Finish

The taste and sensations that linger after swallowing.

Fining

Clarifying wine by adding substances that bind with particles.

First Growth

The top-ranked estates in Bordeaux's 1855 Classification.