Glossary
Light-Bodied
/LITE BOD-eed/
Wine with minimal weight and delicate texture.
Full Definition
Light-bodied wines feel delicate and ethereal on the palate, typically lower in alcohol, extract, and tannin. Examples include Muscadet, Vinho Verde, German Riesling, and Beaujolais. Light body isn't a fault - it's a style that excels as aperitifs and with delicate foods. Compare to medium and full-bodied.
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Lactic Acid
The softer acid produced during malolactic fermentation.
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Wine from grapes picked after normal harvest for extra ripeness.
Lees
Dead yeast cells and grape solids that settle after fermentation.
Left Bank
The Cabernet-dominant side of Bordeaux.
Legs
The droplets that run down the glass after swirling.
Length
How long flavors persist after swallowing.