Glossary
Forward
/FOR-wurd/
Wine showing flavors upfront and approachably.
Full Definition
Forward describes wines that present their flavors openly and immediately, without requiring time or effort to reveal character. Forward wines are approachable young and express fruit prominently. Can be positive (generous, friendly) or suggest lack of depth. The opposite of closed, backward, or reserved.
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The conversion of sugar to alcohol by yeast.
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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.
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