Glossary
Transfer Method
/TRANS-fur METH-ud/
Sparkling wine bottle-fermented then filtered and rebottled.
Full Definition
Transfer method involves bottle fermentation like traditional method, but instead of riddling and disgorging each bottle, wine is transferred to a tank for filtration, then rebottled under pressure. Faster than traditional method but less prestigious. Avoids hand riddling costs.
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More terms starting with T
Tannin
Polyphenols creating dry, astringent mouthfeel.
Tartaric Acid
The primary acid in wine grapes.
Tartrates
Harmless crystals that precipitate from wine.
TCA
Chemical compound causing cork taint.
Terroir
The complete natural environment affecting wine character.
Tertiary Aromas
Complex aromas developed through aging.