Tannin

Rigid

Definition

Unyielding tannin structure — tight and ungiving young.

Why this matters in wine

Inflexible tannin frame.

Typical aromas, flavors & texture

  • Young Bordeaux
  • Young Barolo

Position inside its category

Tannin
Rigid

Tannin

  1. ○Bitter
  2. ○Harsh
  3. ○Aggressive
  4. ○Grippy
  5. ○Angular
  6. ○Powerful
  7. ○Coarse
  8. ○Leathery
  9. ●Rigid
  10. ○Muscular
  11. ○Firm
  12. ○Structured
  13. ○Chewy
  14. ○Chocolate
  15. ○Silky
  16. ○Smooth
  17. ○Round
  18. ○Opulent
  19. ○Velvety
  20. ○Voluptuous
  21. ○Supple
  22. ○Soft
  23. ○Mellow
  24. ○Spineless
  25. ○Flabby

Position 9 of 25 on the Tannin scale.

Parent category

Tannin — Phenolic grip and texture — from silky Pinot to aggressive young Nebbiolo; tannin is the main red-wine pairing lever.

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FAQ

What does rigid mean in wine?
Unyielding tannin structure — tight and ungiving young.
Why does rigid matter for pairing?
Inflexible tannin frame.
What is rigid often confused with?
Tasters often overlap rigid with firm, tannic. Each descriptor has a distinct place in the wine vocabulary.

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