tannic

adjective

tan·​nic ˈta-nik How to pronounce tannic (audio)
1
: of, resembling, or derived from tan or a tannin
2
of wine : containing an abundance of tannins : markedly astringent

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Rioja wine region La Rioja, Basque Country, and Navarre Spread across three different autonomous communities, the Rioja wine region is known for its tempranillo grapes, which produce the tannic, full-bodied red wines of the same name. Chloe Arrojado, AFAR Media, 30 Jan. 2025 The 2009 vintage has ethereal aromas of violet, blackberry, and powdered cocoa with a sturdy tannic backbone and flavors of Luxardo cherry, black raspberry, and creamy vanilla. Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 12 Dec. 2024 Heavy, overly tannic bottles are losing their appeal among wine lovers who have shifted toward lighter diets. Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 20 Jan. 2025 The wine is light to medium-bodied with a silky texture, a well-ripened tannic backbone, and a brisk acidity. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 18 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for tannic 

Word History

Etymology

French tannique, from tannin

First Known Use

1836, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of tannic was in 1836

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“Tannic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tannic. Accessed 11 Feb. 2025.

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