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What words describe wine?
Acidity: The amount of acid in wine, which contributes to its tartness and freshness.
Alcohol: The percentage of alcohol by volume in wine.
Aromas: The scents that can be detected in wine, such as fruit, flowers, herbs, and spices.
Balance: The harmonious relationship between the different components of wine, such as acidity, sweetness, tannins, and alcohol.
Body: The weight and texture of wine in the mouth, ranging from light to full-bodied.
Complexity: The number and variety of aromas and flavors in wine.
Dryness: The opposite of sweetness, indicating the lack of residual sugar in wine.
Finish: The taste and sensations that linger in the mouth after swallowing wine.
Fruit: The flavors of fruits in wine, such as cherry, raspberry, blackberry, and plum.
Minerals: The taste and sensations associated with minerals in wine, such as slate, chalk, and granite.
Oak: The aromas and flavors imparted by oak barrels, such as vanilla, toast, and spice.
Sweetness: The amount of residual sugar in wine, ranging from dry to sweet.
Tannins: The phenolic compounds found in grape skins and seeds, which contribute to the astringency and bitterness of wine.
Terroir: The unique characteristics of a wine that reflect its specific geographic origin, including soil, climate, and winemaking practices.
Viscosity: The thickness and resistance to flow of wine in the mouth.
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