Herbal - A wine that has aromas or flavors of herbs. Again, this can be a nice complexity as long as it is not overpowering.
Herbal: Having aromas and flavors that suggest herbs.
Hollow: A term used to describe a wine that doesn't have depth or body.
Hybrid: The genetic crossing of two or more grape types; common hybrids include Müller-Thurgau and Bacchus.
Herbal
Smelling of herbs, such as lemon balm, lavender, mint, rosemary, sage, savory, thyme or verbena.
Honest
Decent, without flaws or defects, but having no great qualities. Unadulterated.
Herbal, herbaceous
General term (see also "vegetal," below) for wines with "green," "grassy" or "haylike" aromas.
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Oak (heavy): oak, smoke, toast, tar
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Herbal aromatics, not necessarily unpleasant, may evoke alcohol or witch hazel.
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Tisane
Herbal tea, that is teas produced from the leaves of plants other than the tea plant.
Tuocha
A type of brick tea using pu erh tea pressed into a bowl-shaped brick.
Herbaceous, herbal
Pleasant odours reminiscent of herbs, such as fresh herbs, dried herbs or specific herbs.
Hogsheads
Another term for 60-gallon oak barrels.
Medicinal
Herbal aromatics, not necessarily unpleasant, may evoke alcohol or witch hazel.
HERBACEOUS: Herbal. The taste and smell of herbs in a wine. Can be a nice complexity in some wines.
HOLLOW: Describes a wine that has a first taste and a short finish, and lacks depth in the middle. No body! ...
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Cabernet Franc (herbal notes / tobacco)
Closely related to the familiar Cabernet Sauvignon, this grape is being used in the states to make some very interesting wines.
herbalAromas and flavours in wine that suggest those of herbs. hockTraditional British term for German wines. hogsheadIn Australia this is a 300 litre barrel.
The term can also be used to suggest a herbal or grassy quality in a wine.
Hard. Young, undeveloped, with excessive tannin still masking its qualities.
Harmonious. Perfectly balanced.
Harsh.
of the most refreshing and vibrant white wines, Sauvignon Blanc's signature aromas include freshly mown grass, lemon-grass, gooseberry, green bell pepper, green melon, grapefruit, canned peas, asparagus, lime, nettle, acacia, hawthorn and herbal ...
herbaceous Many wines have a distinctive herbal smell that is generally said to be herbaceous. Specific herbal smells can be of thyme, lavender, rosemary, oregano, fennel, or basil and are common in Rhõne wines.
It can also be rather ordinary, light, simple, herbal, vegetal and occasionally weedy. It can even be downright funky, with pungent barnyard aromas.
Nose is still a bit closed, but deep down are some aromas of bitter earth, tobacco, distinctly herbal spices (sage, thyme, bay leaf, maybe the slightest hint of rosemary), ash, and some black fruits - licorice, prune, cassis.
Traditional Sangiovese emphasize herbal and bitter cherry notes, while more modern, Bordeaux-influenced wines have more plum and mulberry fruit with vanilla oak and spice.
MATCHING WINE: A dry white wine is called for, with extra points for herbal/herbaceous character.
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Cabernet Franc
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He explained that oak from Missouri produces big flavours of vanilla, lemon custard and spice, and in less seasoned oak, a dried herbal character.
Light, soft, red berry and herbal wines.
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Recently taken over from Cabernet Sauvignon as the most important red variety, has produced some fine, aromatic red wines, soft yet poised.
Sauvignon Blanc gives wines an herbal character with aromas of mineral and melon.
In the Loire Valley, Sauvignon wines have acquired such a renown that there are the "vins de Sauvignon" (Sauvignon wines) and the others.
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Green: Too acidic, raw, vegetal or herbal; a wine can taste "green" due to underripe grapes or stems, but such an impression may simply mean the wine needs time to develop.
Grip: Jargon used to describe an emphatically firm, tactile finish.
As with other Chilean wines, the country's terroir expresses itself with herbal, peppery tastes and sometimes a dollop of bittersweet chocolate. These are dry and earthy.
Malbec wines show intensely dark red and purple hues, dark fruit bouquets, lush red berry fruit flavors, anise, spices, herbal tones, round tannins, a good balance of acidity, and the capacity to age.
These wines come in two styles - one emphasizing fruit flavor, the other herbal flavors. There are some great wines made from sauvignon blanc. Sancerre and Pouilly-Fume from the Loire Valley in France are sauvignons.
The aroma of Roussanne is often reminiscent of a flowery herbal tea. Unlike some better known white wine grapes, wines based on Roussanne can mature gracefully, holding up well a decade or more after bottling.
Semillon: Soft, smooth flavour with some herbal spiciness. A good grape to blend with Sauvignon Blanc or Chardonnay.
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Sauvignon Blanc - Sauvignon Blanc is a white wine best known for its grassy, herbal flavors. Sauvignon Blanc is also called Fume Blanc, and is a popular choice for fish and shellfish dishes.
Wines for Veggie Trays: For those opting for the healthy veggie plate and creamy ranch dips, a bright citrus based Sauvignon Blanc with herbal undertones should fit the bill. For a red wine find, give Merlot a shot with your favorite vegetables.
Cabernet Franc: A red grape common to Bordeaux; characteristics include an herbal, leafy flavor and a soft, fleshy texture.
A plus in many wines such as Sauvignon Blanc and, to a lesser extent, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Herbal is a synonym, though when the concentration of the aroma is high"and becomes less than pleasant"the term herbaceous is used.
It is characterized with aromas and flavors of black cherry or rose petals along with hints of spiciness or herbal qualities. Pinot Noirs are enjoyed for their soft velvety texture. High in alcohol, they are full bodied but not heavy.
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Jackson-Triggs 2004 Proprietor's Grand Reserve, Sauvignon Blanc, Niagara is a complex Sauvignon Blanc from Niagara with appealing sweet melon and fig flavors, light herbal character and a crisp finish.
Denotes the taste and smell of herbs in a wine. A plus in many wines such as Sauvignon Blanc, and to a lesser extent Merlot and Cabernet. A synonym of herbal.
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Select limited plantings occur in California, where the grape is often called the Mataro, and are used to produce a wine that sometimes develops the "green tea-like" herbal character that Rhone region french growers refer to as "animalé".
The air space in the bottle between the wine and the closure, or in a tank between the wine and the lid.
Herbaceous, herbal
Pleasant odors reminiscent of herbs, such as fresh herbs, dried herbs or specific herbs.
An aromatic variety responsible for distinctive whites such as France's Sancerre, California's Fumé Blancs and many of New Zealand's best whites. In cool climates, their aroma is often grassy, herbal and gooseberry-like, ...
A descriptive term for a wine with overt green herb-like flavors. For most grape varieties, herbaceous flavors are considered negative. However, some grape varieties such as sauvignon blanc typically display some herbal flavors which are considered ...
Select limited plantings occur in California where the variety is often called the Mataro, a relationship recently confirmed (3/98) by DNA analysis at UC Davis, and are used to produce a wine that sometimes develops the "green tea-like" herbal ...
Herbaceous The herbal, vegetal aromas and flavors that maybe derived from varietal characteristics or decisions made in the winemaking process-such as harvesting under-ripened grapes or using aggressive extraction techniques for a red wine ...
 See also: Wine, Aroma, Red, Fruit, Grape
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