U-Line 15WC User Manual

Acidity-

A critical element of wine, preserves the wine’s freshness.
In excess results in an overly tart and sour wine.

Balance-

A desired trait where tannin, fruit and acidity are in total
harmony. Wines with good balance tend to age 
gracefully.

Body-

The weight and presence of wine in the mouth provided 
by the alcohol and tannin level. Full-bodied wines tend 
to have this strong concentration.

Bouquet- 

The blending of a wine’s aroma within the bottle over a 
period of time. Caused by volatile acidity.

Complex-

A subjective term often used in tasting. A wine is said to 
be complex if it offers a variety of flavors and scents that
continue to evolve as it develops.

Flabby-

A wine that lacks structure, or is heavy to the taste, lacks
acidity.

Full-Bodied-

Wine high in alcohol and extract, generally speaking fills
the mouth, powerful.

Lean-

Generally wines that are slim, lacking of generosity or 
thin.

Oaky-

A  desirable flavor imparted to wine if done in 
moderation. Most wines are aged in oak barrels 1 to 3
years, thereby receiving this toasty oak characteristic.
However, if a weak wine is left in contact too long with 
an oak barrel it will tend to be overpowered with an oaky
taste.

Tannin- 

Tannins are extracted from the grape skins and stems 
and are necessary for a well balanced red wine. Tannins
are easily identified in wine tasting as the drying 
sensation over the gums. Tannins generally fade as a 
wine ages.

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