Glossary
Wine Basics
Wine
An alcoholic beverage made by fermenting grapes or other fruits.
Wine Fermentation
The process in which yeast converts sugars in grape juice into alcohol.
Dry Wine
Wine that contains very little residual sugar.
Sweet Wine
Wine that contains higher levels of residual sugar.
Residual Sugar
The natural grape sugar remaining in wine after fermentation.
Alcohol by Volume (ABV)
The percentage of alcohol contained in a beverage.
Still Wine
Wine without carbonation.
Sparkling Wine
Wine that contains dissolved carbon dioxide, creating bubbles.
Wine Varietal
A wine made primarily from a specific grape variety.
Wine Blend
A wine made from multiple grape varieties.
Slimline and Low Carb Wine Terms
Low Carb Wine
Wine that contains fewer carbohydrates than traditional wines.
Slimline Wine
A term used to describe wine designed for lower sugar and lower carb lifestyles.
Reduced Sugar Wine
Wine formulated or produced to contain less sugar than conventional wines.
Low Sugar Wine
Wine that contains minimal residual sugar after fermentation.
Clean Wine
Wine produced with minimal additives and lower sugar levels.
Light Wine
Wine that contains fewer calories or lower alcohol compared to standard wines.
Skinny Wine
An informal term for wines with lower calories or carbohydrates.
Diet Friendly Wine
Wine that fits within calorie controlled or carbohydrate restricted diets.
Keto Wine Terms
Keto Wine
Wine that contains low carbohydrate levels suitable for ketogenic diets.
Ketogenic Diet
A low carbohydrate, high fat diet designed to encourage the body to burn fat for energy.
Net Carbs
The total carbohydrates in a food or beverage after subtracting fiber.
Keto Friendly Alcohol
Alcoholic beverages that contain minimal carbohydrates.
Carbohydrate Restricted Diet
A diet that limits carbohydrate intake to support weight management or metabolic health.
Keto Lifestyle
A dietary approach focused on maintaining low carbohydrate intake to support ketosis.
Diabetic Friendly Wine Terms
Diabetic Friendly Wine
Wine formulated or selected to contain lower sugar and carbohydrate levels suitable for individuals managing blood sugar.
Glycemic Impact
The effect a food or beverage has on blood sugar levels.
Blood Sugar Management
Dietary approaches used to maintain stable glucose levels.
Low Glycemic Beverage
A drink that causes minimal spikes in blood glucose levels.
Sugar Conscious Drinking
Choosing beverages with lower sugar content.
Moderate Alcohol Consumption
Responsible drinking that aligns with health recommendations.
Wine Nutrition Terms
Calories in Wine
The amount of energy provided by alcohol and residual sugar in wine.
Carbohydrates in Wine
The amount of sugars and carbohydrates present in wine.
Sugar Content in Wine
The level of residual sugar remaining after fermentation.
Wine Serving Size
The standard portion of wine, typically around five ounces.
Alcohol Calories
Calories derived from ethanol present in alcoholic beverages.
Low Calorie Wine
Wine with fewer calories than traditional wines.
Wine Production Terms
Grape Harvest
The process of picking grapes for winemaking.
Winemaking
The production process that transforms grapes into wine.
Yeast Fermentation
The biological process where yeast converts sugars into alcohol.
Cold Fermentation
A fermentation process performed at lower temperatures to preserve flavours.
Wine Aging
The process of storing wine to develop flavour complexity.
Oak Aging
A technique where wine is aged in oak barrels to enhance flavour.
Filtration
A process used to remove particles from wine.
Wine Flavour and Style Terms
Wine Body
The weight and fullness of wine on the palate.
Light Bodied Wine
Wine that feels lighter and more delicate.
Medium Bodied Wine
Wine with moderate richness and structure.
Full Bodied Wine
Wine that feels richer and heavier in the mouth.
Wine Aroma
The scents perceived when smelling wine.
Wine Bouquet
Complex aromas that develop during aging.
Wine Finish
The lingering flavour after swallowing wine.
Wine Types
Red Wine
Wine made from dark coloured grape varieties with skin contact during fermentation.
White Wine
Wine produced without prolonged contact with grape skins.
Rosé Wine
Wine made from red grapes with limited skin contact to create a pink colour.
Sparkling Wine
Wine that contains bubbles created through carbonation or secondary fermentation.
Health Conscious Wine Terms
Mindful Drinking
A lifestyle approach focused on responsible alcohol consumption.
Lower Alcohol Wine
Wine produced with reduced alcohol levels.
Better for You Wine
A marketing term describing wines with reduced sugar or calories.
Balanced Wine Consumption
Moderate wine intake as part of a balanced lifestyle.
Functional Lifestyle Drinking
Alcohol consumption that aligns with diet or wellness goals.
Wine Shopping and Product Terms
Wine Collection
A curated range of wines offered by a brand.
Wine Subscription
A service that delivers wine to customers on a recurring basis.
Wine Case
A box containing multiple bottles of wine.
Wine Tasting Notes
Descriptions of a wine’s flavour, aroma, and style.
Food Pairing
Matching wine with foods to enhance flavour.