Glossary
Harmonious
/har-MOH-nee-us/
Wine with well-integrated, balanced components.
Full Definition
Harmonious describes wines where all components work together seamlessly. No single element dominates; fruit, acid, tannin, oak, and alcohol integrate into a unified whole. Harmony typically develops with bottle age as wines evolve. A key indicator of quality and balance.
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