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varietal |
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Wine made from a particular grape variety. |
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velvety |
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A description of texture, usually used for wines with lots of glycerine and not much tannin.
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venenciador |
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The man who takes samples of the ageing wine for tasting in a bodega. The name derives from the instrument used - the venencia: a long, flexible stick ended by a closed cylindrical shaped container. It can enter the flor without damaging it.
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vertical tasting |
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A vertical tasting is a comparative side-by-side tasting of different vintages from the same region.
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vigneron |
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Grape-grower.
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vigorous |
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In wine, a lively taste or feel.
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