Old World

/OHLD WURLD/
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Traditional European wine regions.

Full Definition

Old World refers to traditional European wine regions with centuries of winemaking history: France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Germany, Austria, and others. The term also describes a style - higher acidity, lower alcohol, more earthy/mineral, less fruit-forward than New World. Old World regions emphasize terroir and tradition over technology.

Related Terms

new worldterroirtraditional

See Also

appellationtradition
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Wood used for barrels, adding flavor and texture to wine.

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Pronounced oak character in wine.

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The science of winemaking.

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Mature grapevines, typically 35+ years old.

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