Mineral
/MIN-ur-ul/Non-fruit, stony, or chalky character suggesting terroir.
Full Definition
Mineral describes non-fruit flavors suggesting stones, chalk, wet rocks, flint, or oyster shell. Associated with terroir expression, especially limestone and slate soils. The science of how soil minerals transfer to wine flavor remains debated. Chablis, Mosel Riesling, and Loire wines often show mineral character.