Herbal

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Aromas of dried or fresh herbs.

Full Definition

Herbal describes aromas of dried or fresh herbs including thyme, rosemary, sage, oregano, lavender, and mint. Common in Southern French wines, Italian varieties, and some Cabernet. Can derive from grapes, terroir (garrigue), or oak aging. Distinguished from herbaceous (greener) by suggesting dried herbs.

Related Terms

garrigue dried herbs spicy

See Also

provence mediterranean

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