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Wine GlossaryThis page contains frequently used wine terms in WineAtLeisure. Although we endeavour to detail as many wine terms as we could so as to build a meaningful and enriching reference for all, we recognize the power of community sharing to spread knowledge.

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acidityEssential to bring out the flavoursome sensation of wine. Too much will make the wine sharp and unapproachable. Too little will make the wine dull and flat without life analogous to a can of de-aerated soft drink. 
 
aromaThe smell, characteristic and frangrance of wine. Used to describe grape related smells. Usually used synonymously with the word bouquet.
 


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