Length

/LENGTH/

How long flavors persist after swallowing.

Full Definition

Length measures how long wine flavors linger on the palate after swallowing. A long finish (30+ seconds) generally indicates quality. Some use 'caudalies' - one caudalie equals one second of aftertaste. Long length suggests concentration and complexity. Short length often indicates dilute or simple wine.

Related Terms

finish persistence aftertaste

See Also

quality complexity

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