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Vinissime Encyclopedia
The world of wine may be fascinating, but it can also be highly complex. To give you even easier access to our expertise, we have created an online encyclopedia, the result of over 10 years of research and the legacy of Mr. Philippe Margot.
The result? Over 5000 entries and rigorous information, considered the Wikipedia of wine. Find the technical terms used in the metalworking trades viticulture.
Please feel free to suggest new terms or additions via the contact page.
| Term | Excerpt |
|---|---|
| 100 per cent Parker | What price changes can be expected for wines rated 100/100 by Parker? |
| 2006 classification of Saint-Émilion Grands Crus Classés | Saint-Émilion is the only Bordeaux appellation to review its classification every ten years. This creates strong... |
| a blanc | Bake a tart base in the oven, without filling, weighing it down (usually with rice or dried beans) to prevent it from... |
| A thousand flavours | A wine with a thousand flavours is one in which a wide variety of aromatic sensations can be perceived during tasting... |
| Abandoned breeding | Slow fermentation in barrels, without topping up, for several years, under a veil of flor. This is the principle behind... |
| abattis | Refers to certain parts of poultry or game birds: gizzard, neck, feet, wings, liver and heart. |
| abbey beer | A strong, fruity beer brewed in traditional breweries, which have generally signed agreements with abbeys that are... |
| abboccato | In Italian, it describes a semi-dry wine that is moderately sweet but less sweet than an amabile wine. |
| Abbreviation | Cooperage term. Cutting to length of the stave. |
| abergement | Concession of land in exchange for an annual fee. |