Glossary
Full-Bodied
/FULL BOD-eed/
Wine with substantial weight and richness on the palate.
Full Definition
Full-bodied wines have significant weight, richness, and density on the palate, often from high alcohol, ripe fruit, and substantial extract. Examples include Napa Cabernet, Barossa Shiraz, and Amarone. Full body isn't inherently better - it's a style suited to certain foods and occasions.
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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.
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.