Glossary
Magnum
/MAG-num/
A 1.5-liter bottle, holding two standard bottles.
Full Definition
A magnum is a 1.5-liter wine bottle, equivalent to two standard 750ml bottles. Magnums are considered ideal for aging because the lower ratio of oxygen (through cork) to wine volume allows slower, more graceful development. They're also impressive for entertaining, serving 10-12 glasses.
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More terms starting with M
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Soaking grape skins in juice to extract color, tannin, and flavor.
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Malic Acid
A tart acid in grapes, converted to lactic acid during ML.
Malolactic Fermentation
Bacterial conversion of tart malic acid to softer lactic acid.
Master of Wine
The most prestigious wine qualification worldwide.
Maturation
The development and aging of wine.