Tannins are complex chemical substances derived from phenolic acids (sometimes called tannic acid). They are classified as phenolic compounds, which are found in many species of plants, from all climates and all parts of the globe. They are large molecules that bind readily with proteins, cellulose, starches, and minerals. These resulting substances are insoluble and resistant to decomposition. Tannins occur in many species of coniferous trees as well as a number of flowering plant fam...| www.fs.usda.gov
By Dr. Aude Watrelot - In wine, polyphenols are responsible for the difference between white and red wines as they play a major role in the color and the texture/taste. Polyphenols are a large family of complex compounds including two groups, phenolic acids and flavonoids, recognized as having antioxidant and…| Midwest Grape and Wine Industry Institute
White wine is generally a lighter drinking wine than red. It is often enjoyed before a meal or is often paired with chicken and fish. Most sweet and dessert w| Cellars Wine Club
From Bordeaux’s renowned Sauternes to Moscato wine made in Southern Italy, sweet wines are made and enjoyed all over the world. White, red, and rosé, here ar| Cellars Wine Club
Welcome to the Wonderful World of Rose Rosé wines are produced all over the world, from the California West Coast to the picturesque landscapes of Southern| Cellars Wine Club
Storage conditions can change the flavor and quality of your wine. Studies have found that wine doesn’t remain chemically still while in storage. It continues| Cellars Wine Club
If you’ve ever swirled wine around in a wine glass and noticed streaks, you’ve found wine legs. Wine legs, also known as fingers, tears, or cathedral arches| Cellars Wine Club