Shore Local Newsmagazine: The Science Behind Wine Tasting

By: Michael Bray

For the next stop on our journey through the main structural components of wine, we’re discussing tannin. Tannins are a type of molecule present in a wide variety of plants, including food items like berries, nuts, and chocolate, and beverages like coffee, tea, and – you guessed it – wine. Tannins are astringent and bitter, and they create a dry sensation on the palate. Consider the way your mouth feels after drinking a strong cup of black tea, or an underripe piece of fruit. That’s tannin in action!

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