Dee Dee wrote:

> On May 19, 3:45 pm, "Ken Blake" >
> wrote:
>> Eric wrote:
>>> Hi, I'm new to wine. With red wine, what is that sharp, almost
>>> vinegary, and to me certainly, unpleasant, taste that so many wines
>>> have(but not all)?
>>
>> Acidity? Tannin? > >
> Ken Blake
>
> Is there a simple way one can learn/distinguish between acidic or
> tannic; i.e., acidic will taste like so-and-so; and tannic will taste
> like so-and-so; or leaves a certain sensation in your mouth, etc.


Acidity is basically sourness. Because the word "sourness" puts people off,
most wines are described in terms of acidity instead.

To learn the taste of tannin, drink very strong tea, or chew on grape
leaves.

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Ken Blake
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