Nov 4, 2008 07:54
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English term
texture
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Wine / Oenology / Viticulture
Definition from
thewinedoctor.com:
The texture of a wine describes how the wine feels in the mouth - is it silky, velvety, rounded, or smooth? It is a more specific term than body, which describes the general impact of the wine.
Example sentences:
This beautifully complex Premier Cru Chardonnay had its usual cheessy barrel ferment complexity and subtle hazelnutty fruit. However what rang my bells was its unmistakable creamy texture that seduced my palate with every mouthful. (aromadictionary.com)
But another important distinguishing feature is not detectable by eyes, nose or taste buds. That is texture, the tactile sense of wine on the mouth, tongue and throat. (the International Herald Tribune)
The texture of a Pinot Grigio is worth noting, as it has very smooth, almost silk-like overtones that leave an impression on the palate. (About.com: wine)
Change log
Nov 4, 2008 07:54: changed "Stage" from "Preparation" to "Submission"
Nov 7, 2008 07:54: changed "Stage" from "Submission" to "Selection"
Jan 6, 2009 17:03: Mauricio Zoch
Discussion
Nu stiu in care situatie se foloseste mai exact termenul de textura, sau in care se foloseste cu precizie termenul de corpul vinului, dar ambele sunt de gasit la referinta de mai sus, sau apar la cautarea pe net la caracterizarea unui vin.
ex: Merlot este un ”vin corpolent” echilibrat și puternic, cu o bună persistență și tanin puternic pronunțat, precumși arome de prune și fructe negre combinate ...