Varietal character
Varietal character refers to the specific traits of a given grape variety of the ensuing wine.
Varietal Character
The characteristics of a specific grape variety. The characteristics of a wine that are attributable to the grape variety from which it was made.
Varietal character
The tasting term that describes the positive characteristics that distinguish a given coffee from coffees of other regions.
Varietal Character: The character typical of a specific grape variety.
Veraison: The stage when grapes begin to soften and gain color.
Viticulture: The study of grape growing.
Varietal character
refers to the combination of aromas and tactile impressions typically offered by a particular grape variety
Vendage Tardive
French term for late harvested grapes (see Qualitatswein mit Pradikat Spatlese) ...
Varietal character
The characteristics of a particular grape variety, or the characteristics of a wine that come from the grape variety from which it is made.
VARIETAL CHARACTER
The particular flavor characteristics associated with a grape picked at optimum maturity - (eg: distinctive "berrylike" taste of California Zinfandels, "blackcurrants" of Cabernet Sauvignon etc).
Varietal character describes how much a wine presents its inherent grape aromas.
While its varietal character is somewhat vague, its aromas and flavors often combine elements of berryish fruit, herbaceousness, and an earthy-leathery minerality.
Describes the aromas and/or flavors characteristic of a particular grape variety.
Varietal character
The characteristics of a particular grape variety, or the characteristics of a wine that come from the grape variety from which it is made.
flavoursThe aromatic components of wine that define its varietal characteristics as noted in the mouth. fleshyWines described thusly have a rich texture and mouthfeel.
Definitely I would welcome sections in articles that describe typical grape varietal character, or what a winery's or producer's wine taste like. Also I like to see articles about individual winemakers and wineries.
Therefore, its use to fine out unwanted proteins can also produce an inadvertent loss of varietal character in the wine.
The wine has hardness and astringency with little varietal character when young and therefore is not usually presented in France as a single varietal wine and only rarely so in California.
In France it is found in Bordeaux, where it is usually blended with Semillon to make a rich styled wine, but with very little varietal character.
If you're just looking for "Pinot Noir" as a with-it way to ask for "a glass of red wine" and aren't really in the market for varietal character or a wine-geek experience, go with the lowest-cost glass on the wine list.
The wines are light to full-bodied with great varietal character. Alsac also produces wonderful late-harvest sweet wines.
In Cabernet Sauvignon a small amount of this vegetal quality is said to be part of varietal character. But when the vegetal element takes over, or when it shows up in wines in which it does not belong, those wines are considered flawed.
Classic Australian reds showing clear varietal character offer good value for money this year given the country's current wine glut
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Apples: some German Rieslings, some Chardonnays, and some Chenin blanc wines smell and/or taste of apples as part of their varietal character. Often, an oxidized wine will smell of apples, generally less acidic or over-ripe apples.
In Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, a small amount of this vegetal quality is said to be part of varietal character, and can often enhance the wine's complexity.
" Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Zinfandel, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling are all varietals. In a wine note, "varietal character" means that the wine shows the expected aromas and flavors for the grape from which it is made.
From rich, buttery Chardonnays that boast power and presence to the unoaked fruit-forward Chardonnays that allow the varietal character and expression to be in the spotlight, ...
White Zinfandel is normally harvested early at 20°Bx when the grapes have yet to develop much varietal character, though some examples can develop hints of tobacco and apple skin.
The grape is juice rich and color stability is good. The wine is reported to have less varietal character than other red Muscadines with the advantage that it appeals to consumers who tend to reject the standard varietal wine.
appellation wines (such as Alexander, Napa, or Dry Creek Valleys), I go for the less expensive county designates or even just good 'ol 'California' on the label. The reason is simple.if you find a wine with good flavor and varietal characteristics, ...
This grape produces wines with a brilliant sweet/acid balance ranging from bone dry to intensely sweet. Riesling's varietal characteristics are very distinctive; delicate, perfumed, floral, and fruity with fresh apple and apricot scents.', '', 300)"; ...
Varietal character
The aromas and taste sensations typical of a particular grape variety.
Vegetal
A description of wines that have green vegetables odors
Velvety
A soft, silky, lush mouthfeel
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 See also: Character, Varietal, Fruit, Wine, Grape
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