Herb
Saline
Definition
Sea spray, salt — coastal whites.
Why this matters in wine
Shellfish and raw bar.
Position inside its category
Saline
Parent category
Herb — Herbaceous, green, and savory vegetal notes — from grassy Sauvignon Blanc to bell pepper pyrazines in Carmenère.
Sibling descriptors
More in Herb
Frequently confused with
FAQ
- What does saline mean in wine?
- Sea spray, salt — coastal whites.
- Why does saline matter for pairing?
- Shellfish and raw bar.
- What is saline often confused with?
- Tasters often overlap saline with minerality, crisp. Each descriptor has a distinct place in the wine vocabulary.