Glossary
Smooth
/SMOOTH/
Wine without rough edges or aggressive tannins.
Full Definition
Smooth describes wines without sharp angles, harsh tannins, or biting acidity. The texture feels polished and easy. Smoothness can indicate well-integrated components, ripe fruit, or appropriate aging. Overly smooth wines may be criticized as simple or lacking structure.
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