GLOSSARY TERM

Aging

Winemaking

The time during which wine components develop and integrate to produce the flavor profile intended by the winemaker. Aging can take place in bottles, barrels, or tanks, and the duration varies by wine style.

Related: Cellaring

REFERENCE NOTE

This definition is written as an educational overview based on owner-provided first-party material. It is not copied from third-party glossaries or commercial wine education sites.