Acidity
Persistent
Definition
Flavor and acid carry — won’t quit.
Why this matters in wine
Complex dishes with many bites.
Position inside its category
Persistent
Parent category
Acidity — Acid structure on a continuum from flat to nervy — the backbone that drives food pairing more than any other single trait.
Sibling descriptors
Opposite descriptors
More in Acidity
Frequently confused with
FAQ
- What does persistent mean in wine?
- Flavor and acid carry — won’t quit.
- Why does persistent matter for pairing?
- Complex dishes with many bites.
- What is persistent often confused with?
- Tasters often overlap persistent with long, vibrant. Each descriptor has a distinct place in the wine vocabulary.