Style

Elegant

Definition

Balanced, refined, and harmonious — structure present but never clumsy.

Why this matters in wine

Often used for wines with fine acidity and resolved tannins.

Position inside its category

Style
Elegant

Body

  1. ○Thin
  2. ○Cliff-edge
  3. ○Hollow
  4. ○Mellow
  5. ○Short
  6. ○Austere
  7. ○Angular
  8. ○Delicate
  9. ●Elegant
  10. ○Light-bodied
  11. ○Finesse
  12. ○Closed
  13. ○Polished
  14. ○Complex
  15. ○Full-bodied
  16. ○Tight
  17. ○Firm
  18. ○Powerful
  19. ○Concentrated
  20. ○Dense
  21. ○Opulent
  22. ○Rich
  23. ○Extracted
  24. ○Flabby
  25. ○Fat

Position 9 of 25 on the Style scale.

Parent category

Style — Overall personality — earthy vs. polished, rustic vs. refined, accessible vs. closed.

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FAQ

What does elegant mean in wine?
Balanced, refined, and harmonious — structure present but never clumsy.
Why does elegant matter for pairing?
Often used for wines with fine acidity and resolved tannins.
What is elegant often confused with?
Tasters often overlap elegant with delicate, finesse. Each descriptor has a distinct place in the wine vocabulary.

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