Glossary

Primary Aromas

/PRY-mair-ee uh-ROH-muhz/

Aromas derived from the grape variety itself.

Tasting

Full Definition

Primary aromas come from the grape variety - the characteristic scents that define varietal identity. Examples: Riesling's citrus and petrol, Sauvignon Blanc's grass and grapefruit, Cabernet's cassis. Primary aromas are strongest in young wines and are distinct from secondary (fermentation) and tertiary (aging) aromas.

Related Terms

varietalaromasecondary aromas

See Also

bouquettertiary aromas
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Reference

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