Surface measure equivalent to 10 000 m2. Its symbol is ha.

 

Volume measure equivalent to 100l. Its symbol is hl.

 

Philosophical system that underlines the importance of sensations and pleasure as the highest aspiration of mankind.

 

Said of the informal, non-professional tasting that gives more importance to pleasure than to wine analyses.

 

Vegetable smells or aromas with tones of herbs, characteristic of wines produced without destemming. It is characteristic of some varieties such as Sauvignon Blanc or Cabernet. If excessive, it is considered a fault caused by a too strong pressing or by the presence of green tannins of less ripe grapes.

 

Hybrid direct producer grown in Brazil. It is derived from Vitis candicans.

 

Chemical product used to destroy some weeds that compete with the vine. Modern quality trends try to limit the use of such compounds, which alter the vineyard's natural balance.

 

In Australia, new wine that is traditionally tasted in the typical taverns of Grinzing.

 

Sugars with six carbon atoms that are present in grapes and wines. Examples of such sugars are glucose and fructose.

 

Chemical substance found in some food and wines (mainly in red wines) that causes the blood vessels to expand and, consequently, cephalea. The reduction and removal of this substance in wines is a growing practice in some countries.