Examples of tannic in a Sentence
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Whole-cluster pressing lends a hint of tannic bitterness from the stems, and minimal time on the skins gives a lovely salmon-pink color.
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Dave McIntyre, Washington Post, 14 Sep. 2023
From lighter, crisply balanced reds to full-bodied, tannic wines, Chicago sommeliers offer suggestions for red wines that are enjoyable during hot summer weather.
—Kayla Samoy, Chicago Tribune, 24 Aug. 2023
This wine is a good introduction — sweet blackberry and cherry flavors wrap themselves around a tannic core.
—Dave McIntyre, Washington Post, 24 Aug. 2023
In the mouth, an attack of brisk and slightly tannic cherries, a mid palate of red licorice, and some feisty cumin and spice with a lick of mocha on the finish.
—Tom Mullen, Forbes, 11 Feb. 2023
This is a rich, sweet bourbon with a good deal of oak on the palate, but the flavor is not tannic or drying.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 4 Aug. 2023
Untoasted whole walnuts have a tannic edge to their nuttiness that balances chocolate’s richness while highlighting its bittersweet side.
—Julie Giuffrida, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2023
There are some tannic licorice notes that lead the way on the tip of your tongue, followed by orange, honey, and molasses.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 9 July 2023
Though reliable, this method can result in a more tannic flavor and involves more steps to reach the final product.
—Carrie Honaker, Southern Living, 8 June 2023
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Dave McIntyre, Washington Post, 14 Sep. 2023
From lighter, crisply balanced reds to full-bodied, tannic wines, Chicago sommeliers offer suggestions for red wines that are enjoyable during hot summer weather.
—Kayla Samoy, Chicago Tribune, 24 Aug. 2023
This wine is a good introduction — sweet blackberry and cherry flavors wrap themselves around a tannic core.
—Dave McIntyre, Washington Post, 24 Aug. 2023
In the mouth, an attack of brisk and slightly tannic cherries, a mid palate of red licorice, and some feisty cumin and spice with a lick of mocha on the finish.
—Tom Mullen, Forbes, 11 Feb. 2023
This is a rich, sweet bourbon with a good deal of oak on the palate, but the flavor is not tannic or drying.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 4 Aug. 2023
Untoasted whole walnuts have a tannic edge to their nuttiness that balances chocolate’s richness while highlighting its bittersweet side.
—Julie Giuffrida, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2023
There are some tannic licorice notes that lead the way on the tip of your tongue, followed by orange, honey, and molasses.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 9 July 2023
Though reliable, this method can result in a more tannic flavor and involves more steps to reach the final product.
—Carrie Honaker, Southern Living, 8 June 2023
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Word History
Etymology
French tannique, from tannin
First Known Use
1836, in the meaning defined at sense 1
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“Tannic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tannic. Accessed 30 Sep. 2023.
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