GLOSSARY TERM

Crianza

Label Terms

A Spanish aging term used in certain appellations, especially for red wines.

<h2>What it means in wine</h2> <p>Crianza generally indicates that a wine has met minimum aging requirements, but exact rules vary by appellation and wine type.</p> <h2>Why it matters</h2> <p>Always tie Crianza requirements to the relevant regulatory body rather than using one universal rule.</p>

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