Opulent

/OP-yoo-lent/

Lavishly rich and luxurious wine.

Full Definition

Opulent describes wines with lavish richness, generous fruit, and luxurious texture. Suggests abundance without excess. Opulent wines feel decadent and hedonistic. Common descriptor for top Burgundy, ripe Napa Cabernet, and premium dessert wines. The opposite of austere or restrained.

Related Terms

rich lush luxurious

See Also

generous hedonistic

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