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How To Talk About Wine Without Sounding Like A Noob

Wine terminology can be a little overwhelming, so we've highlighted a few words you can use to sound a bit more knowledgeable.

How To Talk About Wine Without Sounding Like A Noob

Newsy / Connor Hickox

By Christian Bryant and Lexie Hammesfahr

Posted: 6:47 p.m. EST Feb 15, 2016

Wine terminology can be a little overwhelming for newcomers and even casual wine drinkers. For instance, what is "terroir," and why does it matter?

We asked that question, and several others, while visiting Les Bourgeois Vineyards. Hopefully, these responses from wine expert Austin Gacich will help you talk about wine without sounding like a noob.

This video includes an image from Malcolm Manners / CC BY 2.0.

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