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From “Flinty” to “Foxy”: How the World of Wine Invented Its Own Language
From “tannic” to “terroir,” the world of wine has invented a specialized language to describe complex sensory experiences that are otherwise difficult to articulate. This deep dive explores how and why this unique lexicon was created to bridge the gap between subjective feeling and objective communication. We examine whether this jargon truly enhances the tasting experience or if it serves as a form of social gatekeeping, intimidating newcomers with its poetic and sometimes baffling terms.
