Glossary
Musty
/MUS-tee/
Stale, moldy aroma from contamination or poor storage.
Full Definition
Musty describes stale, moldy, damp basement aromas indicating wine contamination or poor storage. Often caused by dirty barrels, cork taint, or cellar mold. A fault that overpowers wine character. Distinguished from positive earthy notes by its unpleasant, stale quality.
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