Glossary

Generic Wine

/juh-NEHR-ik wine/

Basic wine sold by style rather than variety or origin.

Full Definition

Generic wine is sold by general type (red, white, rose) or borrowed regional names rather than grape variety or specific origin. Historically included 'California Burgundy' or 'American Champagne.' These misleading terms are now restricted. Also refers to basic, entry-level wine without distinctive character.

Related Terms

table wine varietal appellation

See Also

proprietary quality levels

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Reference

More terms starting with G

Gamay

The red grape of Beaujolais, producing light, fruity wines.

Garrigue

Wild herb aromas associated with Mediterranean wines.

Glass

The vessel for serving wine, affecting aroma and perception.

Glycerol

A byproduct of fermentation contributing to wine texture.

Gobelet

Traditional bush vine training without trellising.

Grafting

Joining a fruiting vine variety to a resistant rootstock.