By Kyle Young
Aroma/Nose/Bouquet: The smell of the wine.
Attack: A term to refer to the initial onset of flavours when the wine first hits the tongue.
Balance: The harmony of acidity, tannin, flavour and alcohol.
Corked: Wine that’s musty smelling, also means you get another bottle free, at least anywhere decent.
Decanting/"Letting the Wine Breath": Allowing the wine to come in contact with oxygen, best done in a decanter.
Finish: The tastes that evolve after you’ve swallowed the wine, or spit it out if that’s your thing.
Legs: The wine that sticks to the side of your glass after you swirl it.
Length: How long the finish lasts.
Mouthfeel: The body and texture of the wine.
Palate: The taste of the wine.
Terroir: The soil type and climate’s impact on the wine.