of wine: containing an abundance of tannins: markedly astringent
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Their Bartolucci Vineyard 2021 has enticing aromas of cocoa powder, black raspberry, and red cherry that transition to flavors of blackberry, cassis, and pencil lead, all wrapped in a velvety tannic sheath.—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 24 Apr. 2026 Big, tannic cabernets and heady merlots — the bottles people often instinctively reach for — tend to overwhelm cheese, explains Roper.—Anna Lee Iijima, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2026 Those compounds give bran its tannic edge, its signature complexity with the dark roast notes of coffee and the deep purple of red wine.—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026 Cool yogurt with a zing of garlic rounds out the trio, while the sumac lends its fruity-tart and tannic zest.—Deputy Food Editor, Los Angeles Times, 5 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for tannic