tannin

/ˈtænɪn/

a compound creating astringency and structure in wine

tannin in a sentence

“Young Cabernet has firm tannins.”

French tanin, from tan oak bark used in tanning

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pouring wine into another vessel to separate sediment or aerate

finish

the lingering taste after swallowing

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the weight and fullness of wine in the mouth

dry

wine with no residual sugar