Wood Tannin

/WOOD TAN-in/

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Tannin extracted from oak barrels.

Full Definition

Wood tannins (ellagitannins) are extracted from oak during barrel aging, adding to grape tannins (condensed tannins). Wood tannins contribute drier, more aggressive character than grape tannins. New oak imparts more wood tannin. Over time, wood tannins integrate with wine structure.

Related Terms

tannin oak ellagitannin

See Also

barrel aging extraction

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